With the rise in human-snake encounters, experts dispel myths and explain why snakes are nature’s best pest control service ...

A Russell`s viper has been rescued from Dohar in Dhaka by Save Wildlife and Nature (SWAN), a wildlife conservation organization.

It is estimated that over 300 species are found in the country. Among these, the ‘Big Four’- Russell’s Viper, Saw-Scaled Viper, Indian Cobra, and Indian Krait (also known as Common Krait ...

Russell's viper venom is hemotoxic, causing severe pain, swelling, bleeding, and can lead to acute kidney failure. Rattlesnake bite symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, weakness, and sweating.

Russell’s viper (Daboia russelii) is found across the Indian subcontinent and is responsible for over 40% of snake bite-related deaths in India each year. Its venom is extremely variable, and ...

New Delhi: Researchers have developed "venom maps" using local climate conditions that could help predict the venom characteristics of Russell's viper, a deadly snake found widely in India. A team ...

NEW DELHI: Researchers have developed "venom maps" using local climate conditions that could help predict the venom characteristics of Russell's viper, a deadly snake found widely in India. A team ...

On the other hand, the viper yields less venom per bite, which is generally 0.5-1 milliliter. Notably, the Russell’s viper venom is as toxic as the larger quantity of the venom in the King cobra.

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh): A 5-foot-long venomous Russell Viper was spotted inside the classroom of a government primary school in Jabalpur, creating panic among the school students and staff.

Ahmad said that while pit vipers are common in the region, the Russell's viper, with its distinctive patches, is not typically found in Kashmir.“We usually don't have such species here.

Prakash Mandal, a resident of Mirachak, was bitten by a Russell's viper. In a moment of panic and bravery, he caught the snake by its mouth and took it with him directly to Mayaganj Hospital.