3. Indian krait, common krait, blue krait (Bungarus caeruleus)
LD50: 0.09
Indian krait, belonging to the “Big four”, is considered to be one of the deadliest snakes in India, causing death in 50% of cases even if medically treated. It is widely spread throughout India and surrounding countries, inhabiting a wide range of different landscapes and is known under many common names. It dwells in forests, grasslands, cultivated lands, jungles and can be found up to 1600 meters asl. It is a slender snake, of 35 inches average length. Indian krait is recognizable for its dark base color and light thin stripes on the dorsal (back) side.
