The sighting of venomous snakes, particularly royal cobras and common cobras, remains a concern for residents in areas such as Chitwan National Park. These highly poisonous species have been reported entering human dwellings, necessitating repeated intervention from the park’s team. To date, park personnel have successfully removed a total of five royal cobras and seventeen cobras from populated areas.
A notable period of activity occurred on June 1st and 2nd. On June 1st, a royal cobra was observed within a residential home in Barauli; it was subsequently captured and safely released back into the forest. The following day, another cobra was sighted in a different location.
Snake expert Dev Prasad Pandey, who conducted doctoral research on poisonous snakes in Germany, documented the second sighting via photography. Pandey emphasized the critical nature of timely medical attention for snakebite incidents. While he noted that confirmed cases of cobra bites in Nepal have been infrequent, he stressed that the situation warrants serious attention.
The recurring presence of these dangerous reptiles poses a significant risk to people living near the park boundaries. Experts advise that immediate treatment is crucial, as delays in managing envenomation can lead to fatal outcomes. The continuous removal efforts underscore the ongoing need for public awareness and safety protocols regarding encounters with cobras and royal snakes.
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