Standerton Venom

04/05/2026

01/05/2026

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The Provincial Series:

DANGEROUS SNAKES OF THE GAUTENG PROVINCE:

Even in the heart of the city, nature is never far away. Gauteng’s rocky ridges and remaining grasslands are prime habitat for the Rinkhals, Puff Adder and Snouted Cobra. As the urban sprawl expands, human-snake encounters are on the rise—know who your neighbours are.

Read the full article here: https://africanreptiles-venom.co.za/venomous-snakes-of-gauteng/

01/05/2026

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The Provincial Series:

DANGEROUS SNAKES OF THE KWAZULU-NATAL PROVINCE:

KZN is a paradise for reptiles. From the cryptic Berg Adder in the Drakensberg Mountains, to the iconic Green Mamba in the coastal canopy, or the massive Gaboon Adder in the leaf litter of Zululand, the Kwazulu-Natal Province hosts some of Africa’s most legendary species.

Read the full article here: https://africanreptiles-venom.co.za/dangerous-snakes-of-kwazulu-natal/

01/05/2026

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The Provincial Series:

DANGEROUS SNAKES OF THE FREE STATE PROVINCE:

The Free State is a land of open horizons and high-altitude grasslands. While it may lack the tropical mambas of the coast, its cold winters and summer rains are home to hardy, dangerous specialists like the Rinkhals and the Cape Cobra. Stay safe on the plains with our local guide.

Read the full article here: https://africanreptiles-venom.co.za/dangerous-snakes-of-the-free-state-province/

01/05/2026

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The Provincial Series:

DANGEROUS SNAKES OF THE MPUMULANGA PROVINCE:

The Mpumalanga Province has a variety of biomes, including grasslands, mist-belt escarpment mountains, and dry bushveld. This province boasts one of the highest densities of medically significant snakes in the country. From the escarpment to the Kruger, here is the ultimate "Big Five" of the snake world.

Read the full article here: https://africanreptiles-venom.co.za/dangerous-snakes-of-the-mpumalanga-province/

22/04/2026

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22/04/2026

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17/04/2026

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Did you know that many snakebite incidents happen because people panic and try to handle a snake without understanding its behaviour?

Snakes are an important part of our ecosystem, but encountering one without the right knowledge can be dangerous. The key to staying safe is understanding how to identify snakes, recognising early snakebite symptoms, and knowing the correct response procedures.

At African Reptiles and Venom, our Snake Handling Course provides both the theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed to safely identify and handle snakes. Participants learn snake awareness, snakebite first aid, safe handling techniques, and how to use professional snake handling equipment.

Whether you work on a farm, construction site, mine, or simply have an interest in reptiles, this training equips you with the knowledge and confidence to respond safely in snake-prone environments.

Learn from experienced professionals and gain hands-on training with venomous snakes under expert supervision.

Book your spot for the next course:
https://africanreptiles-venom.co.za/courses/

15/04/2026

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Snakebite Syndromes and Syndrome Management in South African Snakebites

Read our latest website article to learn more about:

1). Progressive Weakness Syndrome (Neurotoxic Envenomation)
2). Bleeding Syndrome (Haemotoxic/Coagulopathic Envenomation)
3). Painful Progressive Swelling Syndrome (Cytotoxic Envenomation)

PLUS: * Notes on Complex and Unexpected Snakebite Syndromes

https://africanreptiles-venom.co.za/management-information-of-snakebite-syndromes/