Banded krait
Bungarus fasciatus
Wholesale
Category
Venomous Snakes
Minimum order
MOQ 10 head
Risk level
Venomous
Per-head price
Members only
Overview
Adult Length
150 – 210 cm
Venom
Powerfully Neurotoxic (pre-synaptic β-bungarotoxins). Causes severe, delayed respiratory failure. Antivenom response can be poor — intensive care is critical.
In the Wild
Habitat
Terrestrial. Forests, forest edges, wetland margins, rice paddies and suburban areas near water. 0 – 1,200 m. Widely distributed across Thailand.
Wild Diet
Primarily other snakes (ophiophagous); also lizards & frogs. Largely docile forager.
Captive Care
Temperature
26 – 30 °C ambient — 24 °C cool end
Humidity
65 – 80 %. Moderate misting 3× per week.
UV Requirements
None required (nocturnal). UVI 0.
Feeding
Pre-killed snakes or mice. Adults every 7 – 10 days. Feeding can be challenging — try scenting prey.
Enclosure
Terrestrial. Min 150 × 60 × 45 cm for large adults. Secure lid and escape-proof locks mandatory.
Temperament
Extremely docile by day — this is dangerously deceptive. Active and defensive at night. Expert keepers only.
Distribution in Thailand