Some people are uncomfortable seeing snakes, so maybe some people can't say that they actually feel good when they see snakes! Yes, the number of destinations for Snake Lovers is also not less. Why not, snakes are an integral part of our ecosystem.
When the topic of going for a walk in the forest comes up, everyone usually thinks of seeing tigers, elephants, rhinos, deers, leopards. But the forests and swamps of India are also home to snakes, whose presence is silent, yet fascinating. If you want to see snakes in summer or monsoon, then which forests in India should you go to, do you know?
Agumbe, Karnataka
Agumbe is a king cobra-inhabited area surrounded by the dense rainforests of the Western Ghats of Karnataka. The region is also called 'Cherrapunji of South India' for its heavy rainfall. King Cobra's relationship with Agumb is not only for tourism but also for research. The Agumbe Rainforest Research Station, founded by Romulus Whittaker, has been working on the conservation of the King Cobra for many years.
Bhitharkanika National Park, Odisha
Giant saltwater crocodiles can be seen in this dense mangrove forest filled with rivers and creeks. There are pythons, gokhro, water snakes and many other reptiles. Clay beds, tree roots, thick bushes—all provide safe havens for reptiles. Migratory birds also come here in winter.
Madras Crocodile Bank, Tamil Nadu
It is one of the most important reptile conservation and research centers in India. The company was started in 1976 by Romulus Whittaker, Jay Whittaker and their associates. Along with the conservation of crocodiles, various species of snakes are also being worked on here for a long time. Various snakes including Indian Python, Reticulated Python, King Cobra are seen here. There are also Gokhro, Keute, Chandrabora, Darash etc.
Parasinikkadavu Snake Park, Kerala
Parasinikkadavu Snake Park was established in 1982 in Kannur district of North Kerala. Various venomous and non-venomous snakes including king cobra, Indian python, gokhro, darash, wolf snake can be seen here. The purpose of this park is to reduce unnecessary fear and superstition about snakes in people's minds. In reality, most snakes do not want to attack humans. They want to live their own way.
Dandeli, Karnataka
Dandeli's dense forest is home to king cobra, gokhro, keute and various species of venomous snakes. But going to a certain place to see snakes is not the case. Maybe out in the morning to see the birds or walking in the forest, suddenly saw a huge king cobra! This uncertainty is the attraction of Dandeli.
One thing to remember when watching snakes. If you see a snake, do not approach it, block the way to take pictures, poke or try to catch it. Keep a safe distance from venomous snakes and follow the instructions of foresters or trained guides.