World Snake Day: Dozens of snake species facing peril, say herpetologists

Habitat loss is the gravest threat facing snakes, says Romulus Whitaker

Mozambique had no data about snakebites. Our new study filled the gap — and the results are scary

Widespread surveys are needed to further assess the full extent of snakebites in sub-Saharan Africa

World Snake Day: Unique pilot project uses telemetry to tackle snake bite problem

The technology is used to inform rural people about the movements of snakes so that they may steer clear of them  

Half the global snake bite deaths happen in India. Why are we not prepared?

WHO now recognises snakebite as a neglected disease. But India, which has the highest number of snakebite deaths, is woefully ill-prepared in …

Odisha needs to better manage its snakebite burden with concerted efforts

Lack of awareness, inadequate health provisions & the dominance of forest areas and traditional healers are Odisha’s major challenges

Sarpamitras to get ID cards in Maharashtra

Some voluntary snake rescuers were found involved in smuggling snakes or keeping them in captivity, prompting forest department to fix …