SnakesIdentification.org is an educational and public-awareness website dedicated to improving knowledge on snake identification, snakebite prevention, and appropriate first-aid responses following snakebite.
Sri Lanka is home to a diverse range of snake species, including medically important venomous snakes as well as many harmless species. Correct identification and awareness are essential for reducing unnecessary fear, avoiding harmful traditional practices, and encouraging timely medical care when snakebite occurs.
This website aims to provide clear, practical, and reliable information for the general public, students, healthcare workers, field workers, and anyone interested in snakes and snakebite prevention.
Our Objectives
The main objectives of this website are to:
- Help users identify commonly encountered snakes in Sri Lanka.
- Improve public awareness of venomous and non-venomous snakes.
- Promote safe behaviour when encountering snakes.
- Provide appropriate first aid after a snakebite.
- Support education on snakebite prevention and clinical relevance.
- Encourage evidence-based knowledge and discourage harmful myths.
Main Resource Person
The main academic and subject resource person for this website is:
Prof. Kalana Maduwage
Prof. Kalana Maduwage is a leading academic and expert in the field of toxinology, snakebite, and related medical education. His expertise provides the scientific foundation and academic guidance for the content presented on this website.
His contribution helps ensure that the information shared through this platform remains educational, relevant, and aligned with the current understanding of snakes and snakebite.
Website Design and Contribution
This website is designed and maintained by:
Dr. Parackrama Karunathilake
Doctor and Lecturer in Clinical Medicine
Dr. Parackrama Karunathilake contributes to the development, organisation, and presentation of the educational content on this website. His role includes website design, content formatting, and academic contribution, intending to make the information accessible to both healthcare professionals and the general public.
Who Can Use This Website?
This website may be useful for:
- Members of the general public
- School and university students
- Medical students
- Doctors and other healthcare workers
- Public health workers
- Wildlife enthusiasts
- Field workers and agricultural communities
- Anyone interested in snakes and snakebite awareness
Important Disclaimer
The information provided on this website is intended for education and public awareness only. It should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In the event of a snakebite, the affected person should seek immediate medical care from the nearest hospital. Do not rely solely on snake identification photographs or online information to make treatment decisions.
Our Vision
Our vision is to become a reliable educational platform that improves public understanding of snakes, reduces preventable harm from snakebite, and supports safer coexistence between humans and snakes in Sri Lanka.