Common Snakes of India
Spectacled Cobra
⚠️ Venomous
saw-scaled viper
⚠️ Venomous
Russell's Viper
⚠️ Venomous
Common Krait
⚠️ Venomous
Banded Krait
⚠️ Venomous
Bamboo Pit viper
⚠️ Venomous
Common Rat Snake
✅ Non Venomous
Banded Kukri
✅ Non Venomous
Buff striped keelback
✅ Non Venomous
Checkered keelback
✅ Non Venomous
Red Sand Boa
✅ Non Venomous
Russell's boa
✅ Non Venomous
Banded Racer
✅ Non Venomous
Indian Rock Python
✅ Non Venomous
Common Wolf Snake
✅ Non Venomous
Common Trinket Snake
✅ Non Venomous
Common Bronze back
✅ Non Venomous
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FAQs about snakes
1. Are all snakes in India venomous?
No. Only around 60 species out of 300+ in India are venomous.
2. What is the "Big Four" in Indian snakes?
Russell’s viper, Common krait, Indian cobra, and Saw-scaled viper.
3. What should I do if bitten by a snake?
Stay calm, immobilize the limb, and seek medical help immediately.
4. Are snakes worshipped in India?
Yes, especially during festivals like Nag Panchami.
5. Do snakes drink milk?
No. Snakes do not naturally drink milk.
6. What is Nagmani? Does it exist?
No. It is a myth without scientific evidence.
7. Can snakes take revenge?
No. Snakes cannot recognize people or take revenge.
8. What is an Icchadhari Naag or Naagin?
Mythical shape-shifting snakes from folklore; not real.
9. Are snake charmers real?
Yes, but the snakes often have their fangs removed. It is now banned in India.
10. Do snakes have ears?
No external ears, but they sense vibrations.
11. How do snakes reproduce?
Most lay eggs; some give birth to live young.
12. Can snakes see in the dark?
Some snakes have good night vision; pit vipers can detect heat.
13. Do snakes have bones?
Yes, they have many vertebrae and ribs for flexibility.
14. What do snakes eat?
Rodents, frogs, birds, eggs, fish, etc., depending on species.
15. Can a snake swallow a human?
Extremely rare. Only large constrictors like pythons may try, and not in India.
16. How long do snakes live?
Average 9–20 years in the wild, depending on the species.
17. Why do snakes flick their tongues?
To sense chemicals in the air and locate prey.
18. Are snakes blind?
No, but vision varies by species.
19. How fast can a snake move?
Some snakes can move at 12–18 km/h, like the black mamba (not in India).
20. What is the most venomous snake in India?
Common Krait is considered the most lethal due to neurotoxins.
21. Can a snake climb trees?
Yes. Many snakes are excellent climbers.
22. Where do snakes live?
Forests, farms, deserts, wetlands, even urban areas.
23. Do snakes come out in the rain?
Yes, due to waterlogging or to hunt frogs and rodents.
24. Are there flying snakes in India?
Yes, like the Paradise Flying Snake. They glide, not fly.
25. Is it illegal to kill snakes in India?
Yes, most snakes are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act.
26. Can cobras "hear" the pungi music?
No. They respond to movement, not sound.
27. Can snakes swim?
Yes, most snakes are good swimmers.
28. Are pythons venomous?
No. They are non-venomous constrictors.
29. What is snake molting?
Shedding old skin to allow growth or remove parasites.
30. What is the lifespan of a cobra?
Typically around 5-20 years in the wild.
31. How many types of snakes are in India?
Over 300+ species identified.
32. Can snakes see with their eyes?
Yes, but vision is limited in some species.
33. Why do snakes hiss?
To scare predators or signal danger.
34. How to prevent snake bites?
Avoid tall grass, wear boots, use lights at night, and don't handle snakes.