Snakes are less common in the northern hemisphere and are mainly found in deserts. India, Australia, and North Africa are home to most of the world’s dangerous and venomous snakes. Here's a look at the top 10.
Inland TaipanFound in Australia, the inland taipan is dark tan with dark-edged scales. It has the most toxic venom of all snakes.
Coastal TaipanThe coastal taipan is another deadly snake found in the Australian outback and is known for its incredible speed.
King CobraNative to South Asia, the king cobra is the longest venomous snake in the world.
Banded KraitBanded krait is one of the most recognisable snakes in the world, and due to its distinct appearance (black with yellow stripes) it often attacks during the night.
Saw-scaled viperThe saw-scaled viper is the deadliest snake in terms of the kill count. The saw-scaled viper is found in regions of Africa, the Middle East, and the Indian Subcontinent.
Eastern Tiger SnakeThe eastern tiger snake is native to southeast Australia and looks similar to a tiger with its yellow and black scales.
Russell’s ViperRussell’s viper is an indigenous snake of the Indian subcontinent and one of the big four snakes in India.
Fer-de-LanceFer-de-Lance is the most dangerous snake in South America. Mostly found in forests, the Fer-de-Lance is around 4–7 feet long and is known to be highly aggressive.
BoomslangBoomslang is a large, extremely venomous snake found throughout the African continent. The snake is known for its distinctive look, featuring large eyes, bright-coloured bodies, and an egg-shaped head.
Black MambaThe black mamba is found in southern and eastern areas of Africa and is one of the longest and fastest snakes in the world.