India's Snake-Rich States: Kerala, Karnataka, West Bengal Top Venomous List

• India is home to a vast and diverse snake population, including both venomous and non-venomous species.
• Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Uttarakhand are among the states known for high snake populations and diversity.
• Karnataka's Agumbe is recognized as "India's Cobra Capital" due to its large Indian cobra population.
• Northeastern states like Nagaland (with approximately 65 snake types) and Meghalaya host rich snake populations.
• West Bengal, along with other central and eastern states, has a high number of snake species and significant snakebite incidents.

Why It Matters: High snake populations in Indian states highlight public health risks and coexistence challenges.