Dusty Crum wiki/bio, age, net worth, accident, marriage? girlfriend.

It is no secret that Dusty Crum is one of the strongest and most proficient snake hunters around. He is known as “The Wildman” or “The Python Wildman” for his fearless and unconventional approach to hunting invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades. He often goes barefoot and uses a feather for good luck. He is a hero to many people who admire his courage, skill and dedication to saving the Everglades.  In this article, we will bring everything to know about this television star.

Who indeed is Dusty Crum?

Dusty Crum is a snake hunter and reality TV star who is passionate about protecting the Everglades ecosystem from the invasive Burmese pythons.  He has been hunting reptiles since he was a child and has developed a unique style of hunting barefoot and with a feather in his hair. He has appeared on several TV shows, such as Swamp Mysteries with Troy Landry, Swamp People, Swamp People: Serpent Invasion, and Guardian of the Glades. He is also known as the Python Wildman and the Defender of the Everglades. He works closely with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and other conservationists to reduce the python population and save native wildlife.

Early Life:

Dustin Dusty Crum was born on May 31, 1980, in Sarasota County, Florida, United States.  He grew up in Sarasota County, Florida, where he attended Sarasota High School. He started chasing reptiles as a child and learned how to catch and relocate live pythons for population control. He also developed a knack for living hucklebuck, which means making do with what he had and finding creative solutions to problems.

Professional Life:

While Dusty had been hunting pythons all his life it did not pay him enough. As a result, he depended on other sources of income including working as a construction worker. He was in charge of menial tasks like pouring concrete and digging ditches. This was a complete waste of his skills and Dusty quit his job to focus solely on a career as a snake hunter.

Animal Conservationist:

Throughout the years, Dusty has worked closely with animal conservationists to protect the ecosystem. Dusty follows an unusual routine before going snake hunting and fans have been quick to point it out as superstition. The man is rarely seen without a feather (which indicates good luck) in his hair. He also goes hunting barefoot in just a shirt and shorts. He barely uses traps and you can always count on him to get his hands dirty. He has captured some of the largest and deadliest snakes in the state, including an 18-foot python.

Dusty is in close consultation with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and works alongside the commission to tackle the rising population of Burmese pythons. Dusty has also worked alongside South Florida Water Management District as an official bounty hunter. Unlike a human bounty hunter, his job was to capture snakes, and interestingly he wished every capture was bigger and larger since the pay was based on the length and size.

Television Career:

He made his TV debut in 2018 on Swamp Mysteries with Troy Landry, where he joined veteran gator hunter Troy Landry in hunting down invasive species in the swamps of Louisiana and Florida. He appeared in two episodes as a snake hunter.

In 2019, he joined the cast of Swamp People, a reality show that follows the lives and adventures of alligator hunters in Louisiana. He also starred in his own show, Guardians of the Glades, which premiered on Discovery Channel on May 28, 2019. The show follows Dusty and his team of hunters as they try to save the Florida Everglades from the invasion of Burmese pythons.

In 2020, he participated in the 2020 Python Bowl, a 10-day competition that challenged hunters to capture as many pythons as possible in the Everglades. He also appeared as a guest on Happy Hour, a talk show hosted by Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo. He appeared in one episode as himself.

In 2023, he returned for the third season of Swamp People: Serpent Invasion, a spin-off show that focuses on the python problem in Florida. He appeared in seven episodes as himself. He also appeared as a special thanks on Feral, a TV series that follows a group of friends who encounter a deadly creature in the woods.

Net Worth

Dusty Crum has achieved fame and fortune as a snake hunter. He used to work for a district conservation organization for about $8 an hour, but he has made great progress since then. He makes a five-figure salary per episode for his appearances on Guardian of the Glades and Swamp People. He also sells merchandise made from python skins that he hunts in the Everglades. He calls it “ecocycling”, as he claims that it helps to restore the natural balance and save native wildlife by removing invasive pythons. He makes products such as boots, wallets, hats, belts, bracelets, and more. He sells his merchandise on his website, pythonwildman.com, where he also shares his story and mission. He also sells his products at events and shows where he showcases his hunting skills and knowledge. He has a loyal fan base who support his cause and admire his craftsmanship. As of 2023, he has an estimated net worth of $300,000.

Personal Life:

A relationship to savor: 

Dusty is in a long-term relationship with his girlfriend Natalee Mckinney. A fellow snake hunter, Natalee is also a native of Sarasota. Even though the pair are yet to tie the knot or get engaged, they are very supportive of their goals. In a relationship that has spanned almost two decades, the pair have been spotted publicly at several events including the Python Bowl 2020 in Florida. The pair co-own the Orchid Envy which sells goods to support other bounty hunters.

Accident:

Dusty had a car accident in Florida in November 2019. He was helping his friend move a mechanic shop from Venice to his home. On the way back, he was a passenger when the trailer behind the car lost a tire. The car flipped over three times and Dusty injured his right leg and knee badly. He was flown to Lee Memorial Hospital by helicopter. TMZ reported that he had five surgeries on his legs and stayed in the hospital for a month.

How old is Dusty Crum?

Born on May 31, 1980, in Sarasota County, Florida, Dusty Crum is a 43-year-old American citizen of Caucasian origin. He is a Taurus who is known for his personality traits of stubbornness, pragmatism, perseverance, loyalty, and sensuality based on zodiac readings.

Physical Traits:

Dusty Crum is about 5 feet 9 inches tall. He has brown hair and blue eyes. He often wears a feather in his hair, which he considers a good luck charm. He rarely wears shoes and prefers to hunt barefoot, relying on his instincts and feeling the ground with his feet. He has several tattoos on his body.

Wiki facts

Full name	Dustin Crum
Age	43 years old
Date of Birth	May 31, 1980
Place of Birth	Sarasota County, Florida, United States
Gender	Male
Sexuality	Straight
Relationship Status	Committed
Education	Sarasota High School
Profession	Entrepreneur, Television Personality, Snake hunter
Net worth	$300,000
Girlfriend/Partner	Natalee McKinney
Kids	None
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Caucasian
Zodiac Sign	Taurus
Parents	N/A