Banded krait - Wikipedia
WEBThe banded krait (Bungarus fasciatus) is a highly venomous species of elapids endemic to Asia, from Indian Subcontinent through Southeast Asia to Southern China. [1][2][3] With a maximum length exceeding 2 m (6 ft 7 in), it is the longest krait with a distinguishable gold and black pattern. [4] .
Banded Krait Facts, Description, Diet, and Pictures
WEBApr 25, 2024 — They are a species of elapid snakes found in the Indian subcontinent. These snakes are venomous but are also shy and avoid attacking humans. They can be identified by the alternating black and yellow bands that cover their entire body. The word “krait” comes from the Hindi word karait, meaning a type of dark, venomous snake.
Many-banded krait - Wikipedia
WEBThe many-banded krait (Bungarus multicinctus), also known as the Taiwanese krait or the Chinese krait, is a highly venomous species of elapid snake found in much of central and southern China and Southeast Asia. The species was first described by the scientist Edward Blyth in 1861.
The Banded Krait: An Overview of Its Characteristics and Habits
WEBSep 14, 2023 — The banded krait, scientifically known as Bungarus fasciatus, is a venomous snake native to Southeast Asia. This species of snake is widely recognized …
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Banded Krait - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio
WEBBanded Krait. The Banded krait (Bungarus fasciatus) is the largest species of kraits, with a maximum length up to 2.7 m (8 ft 10 in). Although the banded krait is venomous and its bite may be deadly to humans, it is shy, primarily nocturnal, and not particularly aggressive so its overall risk to humans is low.
Banded Krait - A-Z Animals
WEBMay 27, 2024 — The banded krait is a nocturnal species, most active during the nighttime. They spend most of the day hiding in vegetation, pits, or drains. The banded krait is known by many local names. In Thai, for instance, it’s called ngu sam liam, which roughly translates as a triangular snake.
10 Facts About The Banded Krait - Snake Radar
WEBApr 5, 2024 — The easiest venomous Thai snake to ID. The Bungarus krait family has 16-20 members and Thailand has 3. At 225.5cm, banded kraits easily exceed its rivals in maximum length. In Thailand, the red-headed krait peaks at 195.5cm, while the Malaysian blue krait (the deadliest of the 3) peaks at 175cm.
Banded Sea Krait | Oceana
WEBThe banded sea krait is a sea snake that lives on coral reefs in the eastern Indian and western Pacific oceans. It gets its common name from the dark, vertical bars (bands) that streak an otherwise white body.
Bungarus - Wikipedia
WEBThe banded krait (B. fasciatus) may grow as large as 2.125 m (6 ft 11.7 in). [5] . Most species of kraits are covered in smooth, glossy scales arranged in bold, striped patterns of alternating black and light-colored areas. This may serve as aposematic colouration in its habitat of grassland and scrub jungle.
Banded Krait - NATURE WEB
WEBBanded Krait is the largest and most widely distributed species of Bungarus (genus of Kraits) found in South-east Asia. India is western-most country of this snake's distribution.