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The Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR) in Bihar's West Champaran has emerged as a significant center of snake biodiversity, with 43 recorded species. This includes five newly identified species, such as the Copper Head Trinket and Long-Snout Vine Snake, exclusive to the state.

The Wildlife Institute of India and the forest department have collaborated on these discoveries, emphasizing VTR's ecological importance. Additionally, the reserve is home to the Burmese python and several venomous species, contributing to its rich biodiversity. Improved wildlife monitoring and awareness initiatives aim to promote coexistence between humans and snakes.