Question

Gather information about the poisonous snakes found in India and present it in a Science Exhibition.

Answer 1

India has many species of snakes, but only some are highly venomous and dangerous to humans. The following information can be presented at a science exhibition:

Snake	Main Features	Habitat
Indian Cobra	Has a hood; venom mainly affects the nervous system.	Fields, forests and villages.
Common Krait	Shiny black body with white bands; mostly active at night.	Agricultural areas and villages.
Russell’s Viper	Thick body with large brown circular patterns.	Grasslands, fields and open areas.
Saw-scaled Viper	Small snake with rough scales; makes a rasping sound when threatened.	Dry and rocky areas.

These four are commonly known as the “Big Four” venomous snakes of India because they have historically been responsible for a large proportion of serious snakebite cases.

Safety Measures:

• Never try to catch or handle a snake.
• Wear shoes while walking through grass or dark areas.
• Keep surroundings clean and free from piles of rubbish.
• If someone is bitten, keep them calm and take them to a hospital immediately.
• Do not cut the wound, suck out the venom, or apply a tight tourniquet.