What is another word for krait?
Pronunciation: [kɹˈe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Krait is a venomous snake found mainly in Southeast Asia and South Asia. The word 'krait' originates from the Hindi word 'करैत', i.e., 'karait'. Alternatively, it is also spelt as 'karait' or 'kerait.' Some synonyms of the word 'krait' include - Common krait, Blue krait, Indian krait, and Malayan krait. Common kraits are known for being deadly venomous, and their bites can cause respiratory failure and paralysis. Blue kraits have a blue-black or dark blue body with a distinctive white or yellow crossbands. Indian kraits are nocturnal and have a black body with white to yellow crossbands. Malayan kraits have a yellow or tan color and are found in Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand.
