Venomous

Malayan Krait For Sale

Bungarus candidus

The Malayan Krait (Bungarus candidus) is a banded black-and-white snake that appears almost placid by day, yet turns into one of Asia's most dangerous serpents after dark, hunting other snakes. Its powerful bungarotoxins cause progressive respiratory paralysis, making this deceptively calm species strictly the preserve of seasoned expert keepers.

Overview

Adult Length

100 – 150 cm

Venom

Powerfully Neurotoxic (α & β-bungarotoxins). Causes progressive respiratory paralysis. High fatality rate without antivenom. Considered one of the most dangerous snakes in Asia.

In the Wild

Habitat

Terrestrial. Forests, forest edges, scrubland, rice paddies and villages, often near water. 0 – 1,000 m. Found throughout most of Thailand.

Wild Diet

Primarily other snakes; also lizards, frogs & small mice. Nocturnal hunter.

Captive Care

Captive Diet

Pre-killed mice or small snakes. Adults every 7 – 10 days. May refuse food during cooler months.

Temperature

26 – 30 °C ambient — 24 °C cool end

Humidity

60 – 80 %. Moderate misting 3× per week.

UV Requirements

None required (strictly nocturnal). UVI 0.

Enclosure

Terrestrial. Min 120 × 60 × 45 cm. Secure lid essential — exceptional escape artists. Multiple hides.

Temperament

Docile and slow by day but potentially lethal at night. Deceptively calm demeanour. Expert keepers only.

Distribution in Thailand

Known regional occurrences across Thailand. Wild-source collection is regulated; all stock is supplied wholesale under CITES-compliant export.

Wholesale Only — Apply for Access

Medusa Reptile Co. supplies the Malayan Krait to licensed wholesale buyers and importers via air cargo from Thailand. Minimum order quantities apply.

Apply for Wholesale Access

Export is conducted strictly under CITES permits and Thai wildlife law. We do not sell to the general public.