Russell’s viper (Daboia russelii) is found across the Indian subcontinent and is responsible for over 40% of snake bite-related deaths in India each year. Its venom is extremely variable, and snake ...

India is home to hundreds of snake species, but only a handful deliver venom potent enough to cause serious harm or death. These snakes aren’t dangerous because of their size alone, but because of ...

India is home to hundreds of snake species, but four of them are responsible for the vast majority of deadly bites. Known as the “Big Four,” the Indian cobra, common krait, Russell’s viper, and ...

Scientists created ‘venom maps’ to predict Russell’s viper venom profiles, which could help clinicians tailor efficient snakebite treatments. Russell’s viper bites are usually treated with polyvalent ...