As far as his dangerous activities with crocs and other critters, I think they looked far more dangerous than they really were. I think he knew exactly how they'd act, and how fast they'd move I think he really knew his abilities and limitations.

I suggest if that were really the case we would not be posting here about his death. Events and the evidence would indicate that if he thought this - he was proved to be quite wrong.

I suspect that those keepers and trainers who do work with animals in such situations would suggest that when you start to think like that - is the time when you should move on to another trade before it is too late.