A simple night-time habit to prevent snake bites: Romulus and Zai Whitaker share practical advice
Indian Express·3h ago·Positivity
What Happened
Herpetologists Romulus and Zai Whitaker discussed their book on Indian snakes at Bangalore International Centre, addressing questions about cobra behavior and nesting. They explained anti-venom challenges for India's Big Four venomous snakes. Romulus advised using lights at night in rural areas to prevent bites, citing a farmer bitten by Russell's viper. They also discussed their work with the Irula community and controlling invasive pythons in the United States.
Key Entities
Romulus WhitakerZai WhitakerThe Book of Indian SnakesBangalore International CentreRussell's viperBig Four venomous snakesIrula communityHaffkine Institute