Only about 300 of the more than 3000 species of snakes that are known to exist are dangerous. In India, there are roughly 216 distinct species of snakes, of which 52 are known to be toxic. The Cobra, ...

Mock vipers not only look like tree-dwelling vipers but also act like them. Intriguingly, they have a fake ‘fang’ in the front of their mouth, which befools a predator into thinking that they possess ...

High-speed cameras have been used to capture the biting mechanisms of different kinds of snakes, including vipers and the death adder. Thirty-six species were filmed with high-speed cameras biting ...

Understanding the distinct dangers posed by Cobras, Kraits, and Vipers is crucial for wildlife awareness and snakebite prevention. While Cobras and Vipers are undeniably harmful, the Common Krait is ...