Krait (Common)
FamilyElapidae
Venom TypeVenomous
Max Length1.8 m
RangeSouth Asia
HabitatVaried
DietSnakes, small mammals
Danger LevelExtreme
About the Krait (Common)
Among the most venomous snakes in Asia. Primarily nocturnal — they are docile during the day but become aggressive at night. Their venom contains powerful neurotoxins that cause paralysis. Often enter houses at night to hunt other snakes. Bites are painless — victims may not realize they were bitten until symptoms appear. Before antivenom, fatality rate was 77%.
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