By Sakshi Sah
Published Jul 16, 2025

Hindustan Times
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World’s most harmless snakes, and where you might see them

Many people think snakes are scary or dangerous. But most of them are harmless and fascinating.

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According to National Geographic, nearly 80% of snakes are not venomous. Here are some harmless species that are often misunderstood.

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These snakes help control rats in farms, but are still wrongly feared.

Indian Rat Snake

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Indian rat snakes are shy and not venomous. But because they look like cobras, people often fear them by mistake.

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This large, non-venomous snake is found in India and parts of Southeast Asia.

Indian Rock Python

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Indian rock pythons have heavy bodies. They eat birds, rodents, and other small animals in the wild.

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This is a medium-sized snake with an olive-brown body covered in black spots.

Checkered Keelback

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The Checkered Keelback is a harmless snake found across India. It lives near water, eats frogs and fish, and is sometimes seen near homes.

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