(Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley/U.S. Air Force)
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Emerald Domaoal, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron pest management personnel, demonstrates proper snake handling techniques during a specialized snake handling course at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 28, 2026. The course allowed service members more hands-on experience with local snakes, improving response capability and reducing risk of injury in the field.