In a local park in Brabham, Perth, 11-year-old girl Zelly encountered a tiger snake, one of the most venomous reptiles in the world. The girl was bitten on the leg while riding her scooter. Zelly heard hissing, saw the snake, and felt a sharp pain.
The girl was urgently taken to the hospital, where she was closely monitored for 12 hours. Tiger snakes are dangerous and rank tenth in the world for venom strength. An expert reminded how to act when encountering them, advising to minimize the venom entering the bloodstream.
Snakes can be dangerous to people, so it is important to follow certain safety rules when encountering them.