--- description: "Hangin with the locals in my backyard… the real Jurassic Park," he wrote title: Chris Hemsworth Joins Instagram With a Terrifying Photo image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltde093bcdab65f2d0/6988d9b9bc6cfc69913e2a3c/time-logo.jpg?branch=production --- * [Entertainment](/section/entertainment/) ## Entertainment Update your preferences in [Account Settings](/account/preferences/) Close * [celebrities](/tag/celebrities/) ## celebrities Update your preferences in [Account Settings](/account/preferences/) Close # Chris Hemsworth Joins Instagram With a Terrifying Photo by [Naja Rayne / People](/author/people/) ## Naja Rayne / People Update your preferences in [Account Settings](/account/preferences/) Close Oct 13, 2015 4:12 PM CUT by [Naja Rayne / People](/author/people/) ## Naja Rayne / People Update your preferences in [Account Settings](/account/preferences/) Close Oct 13, 2015 4:12 PM CUT [Chris Hemsworth](http://www.people.com/people/chris%5Fhemsworth/ "undefined") has made his Instagram debut very unforgettable. In his first photo – a selfie – the Australian actor is seen peering over a huge, slithering friend (or foe, depending on who you ask) in the background. “Hangin with the locals in my backyard… the real Jurassic Park,” the 32-year-old captioned the [photo](https://instagram.com/chrishemsworth/ "undefined") of himself and a snake. While the limbless reptile seems terrifying to us, action man Hemsworth doesn’t seem to be the least bit afraid. It is unclear if the [_Avengers_](http://www.people.com/article/avengers-age-ultron-blooper-real-thor-vision-kiss "undefined") actor owns the snake, but he and wife [Elsa Pataky](http://www.people.com/people/news/category/0,,personsTax:ElsaPataky,00.html "undefined") did [adopt a puppy](http://www.peoplepets.com/people/pets/article/0,,20875719,00.html "undefined") in November last year. _This_ [_article_](http://www.people.com/article/chris-hemsworth-makes-instagram-debut "undefined") _originally appeared on_ [_People.com_](http://www.people.com/ "undefined") ### Baby Beckham Meet [**Baby Beckham**](http://instagram.com/baby.beckham "undefined"), a gorgeous (and ultra-fluffy) Samoyed who spends his days hiking and going for dips in cold mountain streams. Follow him for a nonstop adventure, but beware that you’ll probably get jealous of his life. ### Ginny [**Ginny**](http://instagram.com/ginny%5Fjrt/ "undefined") the Jack Russell Terrier has a wide range of interests, including frolicking, playing, eating treats and, most importantly, napping. ### Major [**Major**](http://instagram.com/majortheyorkie/ "undefined") the Yorkshire Terrier knows how to kick back, relax, and just enjoy life. ### Lucielle Bull Want to see beautifully composed portraits of a stunning bulldog? Then follow [**Lucy**](http://instagram.com/lucyfarted/ "undefined"). Sadly, her photos aren’t terribly frequent, but they’re always worth the wait. ### Harry [**Harry**](http://instagram.com/harrythedowniepug/ "undefined") lives in Sweden with his mom, who uses Instagram to document his “pug life.” This mostly includes eating, sleeping, competing with babies for attention, investigating American pop culture, and striking out with the ladies. ### Marnie With 1.7 million Instagram followers, [**Marnie**](http://instagram.com/marniethedog "undefined") the 12-year-old Shih Tzu is a true Internet star. She’s known for her tilted head and her perpetually lolling tongue. ### Menswear Dog [**Menswear Dog**](http://instagram.com/mensweardog "undefined") (real name: Bodhi) is an exceptionally handsome Shiba Inu with a better wardrobe than anyone you know. ### Chloe [**Chloe**](https://instagram.com/chloetheminifrenchie/ "undefined") is tiny, adorable and fashionable. And, as a French Bulldog, she is very in touch with her roots. ### Dean the Basset [**Dean**](https://instagram.com/deanthebasset/ "undefined") is known for his gloriously long ears, his deep love for lounging, and his emotive eyes. ### Lilly, Silas and Gustav For some true diversity, follow these pups: [**Lilly**](https://instagram.com/lillyandthehairless "undefined") is a Pekingese/terrier mix and [**Silas**](https://instagram.com/lillyandthehairless "undefined") is a Chinese Crested. As a bonus, you’ll also get to know a hairless cat named [**Gustav**](https://instagram.com/lillyandthehairless "undefined"). ### Burrito This is a corgi puppy. Named [**Burrito**](https://instagram.com/burrito%5Fthe%5Fcorgi/ "undefined"). He is perfect. ### Doug the Pug [**Doug the Pug**](https://instagram.com/itsdougthepug/ "undefined") is the self-declared King of Pop Culture, and once you start following him, you’ll see why. He frequently recreates scenes from your favorite TV shows, eats your favorite foods, and sometimes poses with your favorite celebrities. ### Toby [**Toby**](https://instagram.com/tobypuff/ "undefined"), also known as Tobypuff, is a remarkably fluffy chow. You’ll see him do things like learning how to swim, romping around beautiful gardens, and desperately trying to befriend other dogs. ### Snowy [**Snowy**](https://instagram.com/snowyfoxterrier/ "undefined") is a wire fox terrier with boundless energy and extraordinary cuteness. Because he’s only 3 months old, you’ll watch him grow up — and navigate the world of obedience school. ### Rufio [**Rufio**](https://instagram.com/lil%5Frufio/?hl=en "undefined") is a Pomsky, which is a Pomeranian Husky mix. And oh, what a beautiful mix that is. Sometimes you’ll see Rufio doing typical dog activities like climbing into the dishwasher; other times you’ll see him lounging at a beach resort. ### Corgnelius and Stumphrey [**Corgnelius and Stumphrey**](https://instagram.com/corgnelius "undefined") (also known by their nicknames, Corgi and Stump Stump) are two corgi brothers living in Los Angeles. After following these two, you’ll quickly see how much they love each other and how cute they are when they play together. ### Maru [**Maru**](http://instagram.com/marutaro "undefined"), a very fluffy and very smiley Shiba Inu from Japan, brings joy to his 1.9 million Instagram followers every day. 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