Haya: The Saudi Journal of Life Sciences (SJLS)
Volume-8 | Issue-11 | 266-270
Review Article
Facts and Perception about Snakes, Snake Bite and Its Management: A Review
Ajaz A. Wani, Younis Rashid
Published : Dec. 25, 2023
Abstract
Snakebites are a serious public health problem in many regions of the world, particularly in rural areas lacking medical facilities. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 81,000–138,000 people die each year from snakebites worldwide. Venomous snakebite and its effects are a source of fear for people living in southern Nepal. As a result, people have developed a negative attitude towards snakes, which can lead to human-snake conflicts that result in killing of snakes. About 48 People from different walks of life which includes farmers, teachers, businessmen, students and others were interviewed regarding their perception about snakes. The study reveals that 46/ respondents feared from snakes, 33/ respondents dislike snakes and 25/ like to kill all the snakes particularly venomous snakes.