Many species of snakes are found around the world, which also includes many poisonous snakes. More than 300 species of snakes are found in India. Today we will talk about the most poisonous snake of India whose bite has the highest possibility of death of a person.
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King Cobra is the most dangerous
More than 300 species of snakes are found in India, out of which 66 snakes are poisonous, the remaining 42 snakes are less poisonous and 23 species of snakes are such whose bite can lead to death of a person. Let us tell you that King Cobra is the longest and poisonous snake not only in India but in the world. It can grow up to 18 feet tall. In India, it is found in dense forests, swamps and bamboo thickets. They are so dangerous that they even hunt other snakes. It can raise its head up to 2 meters above the ground. The venom of King Cobra is neurotoxin whose bite can cause paralysis, respiratory arrest and even death.
Most deaths due to snake bites in India
In India, the number of deaths due to snakes mostly occurs in rural areas. The figures of deaths due to snakes in the country are very worrying. The number of snake bites increases further during monsoon. Let us tell you that according to a report, every year there are 30 to 40 lakh cases of snake bites in India and more than 58 thousand people die every year due to snake bites. Which is the highest number of deaths due to snake bites in the world. After India, the African country Nigeria comes at second place. Where the figure is 1,460.
WHO expressed concern
The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed serious concern over death and disability caused by snakes. has set a target of reducing death and disability caused by snake bites by 2030. Teams have been formed for this. Which includes things like making people aware, strengthening hospitals and helping with money. believes that the poor are most affected by snakebite deaths, especially farmers and laborers who work in risky places.