3. Signal them that you are coming
According to experts, snakes generally do not attack without being provoked. Their first instinct is to flee away. Stamping your feet and knocking on the ground with a stick is recommended when you are walking through grass lands, jungles, paddy fields and tea plantations, so they can get away from your path before you get to them. (Snakes do not hear sounds. They only respond to the vibrations on the ground.)
4. Pay attention to the road
This might sound obvious, but it is easy to get distracted by the beautiful surroundings when you are hiking. Also, it can be hard to identify a snake that is lying still on the ground, perfectly camouflaged to its surrounding. So, pay attention!
5. Take a torch when you are going outside at night
If you are going out for a walk at night take a torch (flashlight) with you. Last thing you want to do is accidently step on a snake in the dark.
6. Do not put your hand into anthills, tree cavities and under logs and rocks
Snakes live inside anthills, tree cavities and underneath logs and rocks. Stay away from these things and keep an eye on your children to make sure they do not put themselves in harm’s way.
