In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Snake Bite 2. Pathogenesis of Snake Bite 3. Clinical Symptoms 4. Treatment. Introduction to Snake Bite: The snakes are among the most widely distributed reptiles. They inhabit all tropical, subtropical and most temperate zones of the earth. As a result of this broad distribution and their relatively great numbers, there [...]
Here is a list of some poisonous and non-poisonous snakes. Poisonous Snakes: (1) Naja naja (Indian Cobra). (2) Ophiophagus hannah (the king cobra). (3) Bungarus caeruleus (common krait). (4) Bungarus fasciatus (the banded Krait) (5) Vipera russelli (the Russell’s viper, the largest Indian pitless viper). (6) Echis carinata (the saw scaled pit-less viper from South India). (7) Ancistrodon himalayanus (the [...]
The following nine points will help you to identify the difference between non-poisonous and poisonous snakes. 1. If the small scales are present on the belly and back, it is a non-poisonous snake. 2. If the belly scales are not broad enough to extend right across it, it is a non-poisonous snake. 3. If broad plates cover the entire width [...]