
Ray Van Nostrand
Ray Van Nostrand was a notorious figure in the reptile trade and a major player in the underground world of wildlife smuggling. His entrepreneurial spirit and aggressive pursuit of profits made him a key character in the documentary 'Monsters of God.' Van Nostrand's legacy is marked by his tumultuous journey through the reptile industry, which included a long-running feud with fellow reptile dealer Hank Molt and a complex relationship with his son, Michael.
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Ray Van Nostrand was known for chasing bulk profits in the reptile trade and passed away during filming.
‘Even the good guys were doing bad things’: the wild, twisted story behind the new Tiger King | DocumentaryThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2026-08-09







