No. Only around 60 species out of 300+ in India are venomous.

Russell’s viper, Common krait, Indian cobra, and Saw-scaled viper.

Stay calm, immobilize the limb, and seek medical help immediately.

Yes, especially during festivals like Nag Panchami.

No. Snakes do not naturally drink milk.

No. It is a myth without scientific evidence.

No. Snakes cannot recognize people or take revenge.

Mythical shape-shifting snakes from folklore; not real.

Yes, but the snakes often have their fangs removed. It is now banned in India.

No external ears, but they sense vibrations.

Most lay eggs; some give birth to live young.

Some snakes have good night vision; pit vipers can detect heat.

Yes, they have many vertebrae and ribs for flexibility.

Rodents, frogs, birds, eggs, fish, etc., depending on species.

Extremely rare. Only large constrictors like pythons may try, and not in India.

Average 9–20 years in the wild, depending on the species.

To sense chemicals in the air and locate prey.

No, but vision varies by species.

Some snakes can move at 12–18 km/h, like the black mamba (not in India).

Common Krait is considered the most lethal due to neurotoxins.

Yes. Many snakes are excellent climbers.

Forests, farms, deserts, wetlands, even urban areas.

Yes, due to waterlogging or to hunt frogs and rodents.

Yes, like the Paradise Flying Snake. They glide, not fly.

Yes, most snakes are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act.

No. They respond to movement, not sound.

Yes, most snakes are good swimmers.

No. They are non-venomous constrictors.

Shedding old skin to allow growth or remove parasites.

Typically around 5-20 years in the wild.

Over 300+ species identified.

Yes, but vision is limited in some species.

To scare predators or signal danger.

Avoid tall grass, wear boots, use lights at night, and don't handle snakes.