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Snake Park Description:-

A must-visit during vacations in Chennai is the Snake Park of Chennai. The Snake Park situated in the Guindy National Park in the Raj Bhavan Estate has a large collection of snakes and many other reptiles. One of the prime spots for those who come for vacation in Chennai, the Snake Park has more 31 species of Indian Snakes, all the three species of Indian crocodiles, four species of exotic crocodiles, one Aldarba tortoise, three species of Indian turtles/tortoise and five species of lizards

Many species of reptiles including endangered species like the Indian python (Python molurus) and the reticulated python (Python reticulants) have been captively bred in the Snake Park. The offspring, surplus to the Park's requirements, have been either released into the wild or made available for exchange with other Zoos. A notable attraction here is the aquarium for sea snakes and turtles.

Tourists during their Chennai vacation can also educate themselves about the descriptions and habits of reptiles. Display boards have been put up at strategic locations in the park giving valuable information about these reptiles, in a reader - friendly style. Information has also been furnished to dispel erroneous notions about snakes and also giving scientific advice on treatment of snakebite.

A museum of preserved specimens of reptiles and amphibian's is an added attraction. The Snake Park in Chennai has a good library of literature on snakes and other reptiles. Tourers can also purchase semi-scientific books and other details about reptiles displayed at the Snake Park.