Graham ‘Dingo’ Dinkelman, a popular South African YouTuber known for his work with snakes, has d!ed at the age of 44 after being bitten by a green mamba.
He was placed in an induced coma for a month following the incident, which occurred at his home in September.
His wife, Kirsty Dinkelman, shared that her husband experienced a severe allergic reaction to the snake venom, leading to anaphylactic sh0ck.
Dinkelman was not only passionate about snakes and reptiles but also had a deep love for African wildlife, particularly elephants, rhinos, and lions. He also adored his pet giraffe, Elliot. Above all, his family was the heart of his life, inspiring his dedication and passion.
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Kirsty described Dingo as a charismatic conservationist whose joyful spirit drew people in. His humor and enthusiasm made every day spent with him memorable and treasured.
Dingo’s love for nature was influenced by his late father, who worked for the Natal Parks Board. Growing up, he enjoyed exploring nature reserves and rehabilitating wildlife.
Dingo was especially devoted to his three children—Taylor, 14, Maddy, 12, and Rex, 9—often expressing how proud he was of them.
He was a successful YouTuber with over 400,000 subscribers on his channel, making it one of the fastest-growing in South Africa, averaging three million views each month and more than 40 million views annually.
