The puff adder is a highly venomous snake native to the African continent. – Agencies
Either way, the case has highlighted the importance of pet owners being more accountable for the animals under their care. He says snake keepers must be very experienced with what they are dealing with, and accept the possibility of any consequences. Other than snakes, venomous pets such as tarantulas, centipedes, and scorpions, are very commonly kept as pets, Chan notes.“Whether or not you should put them in your hands is the key question.
“However, for local species of venomous snakes, the government should streamline the process of licensing and registration so each keeper can be tracked and monitored in case of medical emergencies,” he adds. While Malaysia is well stocked with antivenom, he points out that our country may not have supplies for foreign snake species.
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