The Common Krait is a highly venomous snake species found across South Asia, including Pakistan. It is recognized for its dangerous neurotoxic venom, which can cause paralysis and even death if untreated. Despite its lethality, the Common Krait is shy and mainly active at night.

Habitat & Lifestyle
The Common Krait prefers moist lowland areas, often found near water bodies like rivers, canals, and lakes, as well as in agricultural lands. It hides in burrows, under debris, and sometimes even in human settlements. The snake is nocturnal, meaning it hunts and is most active during the night. Its diet consists of other snakes, small mammals, lizards, and frogs.

Area Found
In Pakistan, the Common Krait is commonly found in the plains and rural areas of the Punjab, Sindh, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces. It tends to avoid higher elevations but thrives in agricultural regions and near human habitation.