This black and white banded snake is nocturnal and one of the most dangerous snakes in Thailand. Malayan Kraits bite readily at times and without hissing. In addition to this, the bite is virtually painless, and victims may neglect to seek proper treatment.
Farmers are the usual victims and are bitten when walking outdoors at night.
Deaths from this snake are probably underreported, since most occur in rural areas, at night and unattended. Like the Cobra s venom, the Krait s venom is neurotoxic and signs of paralysis may appear within minutes or be delayed for hours. Up until recently, no antivenom was available for the bite of the Malayan Krait and little clinical experience has been reported for this snake.