Snake Conservation and Coexistence

Snakes are among the most misunderstood wildlife in Bangladesh. Fear, misinformation, and unsafe reactions often lead to unnecessary killing of snakes and increased conflict between people and wildlife.

DESCF’s Snake Conservation and Coexistence programme works to change this relationship through public education, calm communication, and field-informed learning. The programme explains why snakes matter, how they contribute to ecological balance, and why safe distance and responsible response are better than panic or harm.

This programme focuses on coexistence, not risky interaction. It does not encourage the public to handle, chase, or capture snakes. Instead, it promotes safer behaviour, respect for wildlife, and practical awareness that helps both people and snakes.

By connecting conservation messages with community realities, DESCF aims to make snake conservation more understandable, responsible, and useful for Bangladesh.