However, the factors driving variation in Russell's viper venom are unknown. To investigate, researchers analyzed venom samples from 115 snakes collected in 34 locations across India.

Russell's viper kills and maims more people than any other snake species, say scientists.. Now researchers in India have found that the characteristics of its venom can be predicted by local ...

Discover how experts in India are revolutionizing snakebite treatment and research to save lives and protect communities.

image: Russell's viper . view more . Credit: Kartik Sunagar Local climate can be used to predict the venom characteristics of a deadly snake that is widespread in India, helping clinicians to ...

Russell's viper's venom, on the other hand, is hemotoxic, which destroys blood cells, interferes with clotting, and can lead to extensive internal bleeding and organ failure.

It's terrifying. Different types of snake venom have different effects, but a bite from the Russell's pit viper, a snake that kills thousands of people every year in Southeast Asia and is shown ...

Study by IISc researchers shows local climate predicts venom characteristics of Russell’s viper, aiding targeted snake bite treatments. June 5, 2025 e-Paper. LOGIN Account.

The Russell's Viper is one of roughly 1,000 reptiles that get venom extracted at the Kentucky Reptile Zoo in Powell County. The properties of the snake’s venom are unlike other snakes, however ...

The venom from a Russell's viper usually causes cardiovascular complications, hemostatic abnormalities, renal failure and other effects, according to the case study.

The venom of one of the world's deadliest snakes is even stronger in dry weather, reveals new research. Russell's viper kills and maims more people than any other snake species, say scientists ...