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Snakes on a plane? Try 44 in a suitcase
An Indian national was arrested at Mumbai airport after customs officers found 44 venomous Indonesian pit vipers and other exotic creatures hidden in checked-in luggage on a flight from Thailand.
WATCH: Gardener's daring snake encounter captivates millions on TikTok
A gardener in Koh Samui, Thailand, has gone viral for his fearless interaction with a snake, showcasing his agility and sparking mixed reactions online.
Puff Adder captured in Redcliffe: Local resident takes swift action
Puff Adder captured in Redcliffe: Local resident takes swift action
WATCH: TikTok mum shares nightmarish experience living in snake-infested house
Callie Phillips, a TikTok creator, reveals her shocking struggle with a garter snake infestation in her Montana ranch house, drawing mixed reactions from social media.
Cape cobra slithers into children's bedroom, prompting urgent rescue response
According to the African Snake Bite Institute, the Cape cobra stands out as one of the most dangerous snake species in South Africa, notorious for its quick, defensive behaviour.
Bitten by snakes 200 times: How one man’s blood could lead to a universal snake antivenom
Tim Friede's extraordinary journey of enduring over 200 snakebites and injecting himself with venom may lead to a groundbreaking universal antivenom.
WATCH: Terrifying Cape Cobra encounter in children's bedroom – snake rescuer responds
A family in Port Elizabeth faces a terrifying encounter when a Cape Cobra slithers into their children's bedroom, prompting a swift rescue by SnakeRescue NSRR Eastern Cape.
Rescue mission: Durban team saves python eggs from development site
Discover how Durban snake rescuer Nick Evans and veterinarian Dr Carla Goede successfully rescued a mother python’s clutch of eggs from a development site, ensuring their survival and eventual release into the wild.
Durban snake catcher thanks community for efforts after dog dies after green mamba snake bite
Durban snake catcher Jason Arnold has recounted a harrowing tale of hope and heartbreak after a beloved family dog was bitten by a green mamba.
Crocworld shares vital snake tips following anti-venom shortage
With snake activity still underway, Crocworld encourages residents on the KZN South Coast to take safety precautions when encountering snakes. The team has compiled a list of guidelines, drawing on information shared by Snake Bite Assist, the African Snakebite Institute, and Flipper Layman: Snakebite Flipper Card.
WATCH: Tannie's afternoon nap takes terrifying turn when she finds deadly Cape cobra in bed
A woman's peaceful afternoon nap takes a terrifying turn when she discovers a Cape cobra curled up in her bed, highlighting the unexpected dangers of wildlife encounters in South Africa.
Addressing medicine shortages: KwaZulu-Natal health committee’s findings
The KwaZulu-Natal health portfolio committee’s oversight visit to the Provincial Pharmaceutical Supply Depot reveals critical insights into the province’s ongoing medicine shortages.
KZN hospitals maintain 400+ antivenom stocks despite production crisis
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health reports over 400 vials of snakebite antivenom are available and more have been ordered, despite production disruptions.
Snakes, collapsing roofs plague Limpopo school as parents demand urgent action
Snake sightings, holes in the floors, and missing roofs and doors are just some hazards faced by learners at Mahlolwaneng Primary School in Limpopo, leaving parents demanding urgent intervention.
WATCH: Internet stunned by man’s unprovoked attack on snake
A man's shocking attack on a snake has left the internet in disbelief, raising questions about human-animal interactions and our fears of snakes.
KwaZulu-Natal Health Department reassures public about snake antivenom supply
KwaZulu-Natal Health Department addresses snake antivenom supply concerns
Once-in-a-lifetime sighting: rescue of a rare speckled mamba
A rare black mamba, dubbed ‘Snowflake’, has captured the attention of conservationists after being rescued in Durban, revealing a unique genetic mutation and a story of survival.
KwaZulu-Natal man gets bitten by black mamba during prayer
A KwaZulu-Natal man's prayer was interrupted by a black mamba bite, leading to a dramatic emergency response.
Cape Town’s cobra conundrum: Tyrone Ping offers reassurance amid the slithery surge
Known as a herpetologist and an author who writes extensively on snakes and reptiles, Ping shared some valuable insights about these slithery creatures.
Venomous cobra that protected chickens removed from Chatsworth farm
When the snake posed a risk to Lee Pather’s his employees, had to take action.
Beware of stiletto snakes warns snake rescuer
Discover the dangers of handling snakes in Durban, as a recent incident involving a stiletto snake, highlights the risks and the importance of seeking professional help.
WATCH: South African woman’s panic as dog faces off against snake in viral video
A South African woman's TikTok video captures the heart-stopping moment her dog confronts a rinkhal snake, sparking a mix of fear and fascination among viewers.
Nick Evans: ‘Handle snakes at your peril’
“Even if you intend helping them, depending on the species, it will likely bite you. It does not know if you are a human that likes or dislikes snakes. It will be terrified no matter who you are.
Unlikely snake encounters in South Africa: venomous visitors in surprising locations
Keeping one eye open during sleep may become the new normal for the foreseeable future.
Snake showdown: Cape cobra devours puff adder at Langebaan Lagoon
At Langebaan Lagoon, a puff adder, which is considered one of the fastest strikers in the world, clearly wasn’t fast enough for the undisputed king of slithery snack time—the Cape cobra.