Snake in the Grass – Meaning?
A common phrase and saying in the USA is to say someone is a real SNAKE IN THE GRASS. Why is that? What does it mean? The Meaning of “Snake in the Grass” Snakes cause fear in most people because they just don’t understand them. I mean, there isn’t that much to understand on the … Read more
Thailand Snakes Overview Video
[Last Updated: 1 March 2022] Here is some general information about snakes in Thailand to put your mind at ease about the danger of venomous snakes in the country. There is little to be afraid of if you are coming to visit Thailand for a few days, even a month. You are not likely to … Read more
Oriental Whip Snake – Mildly Venomous and Not Dangerous
The oriental whip snake is a very common rear-fanged venomous snake found here in Thailand’s rain forests. You can find these snakes in the trees during the day, I have even seen them crossing my path twice on trips up a small local mountain in southern Thailand. The beauty of these snakes is legendary. There … Read more
Mangrove Pit Viper – Venomous – Dangerous
[Page Updated: 2 July 2021] Trimeresurus purpureomaculatus – Mangove Pit Viper Also known as mangrove viper, shore pit viper, Gray’s pit viper, purple-spotted pit viper, and shore pit viper. In the past (2004-2011) this snake was called Cryptelytrops purpureomaculatus. Thais Say: Ngoo pang ka. Please keep in mind almost no Thais you meet will know this … Read more