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Two citizens killed by snakebites in Egypt's Delta

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 - 07:34 GMT

Egypt is home to about 36 types of snakes, of which only 9 are considered venomous and dangerous, such as the Egyptian cobra, which lives in agricultural lands and the Delta. This species is active during the summer due to rising temperatures, posing a serious threat to public health. Due to climate change and increasing temperatures, venomous snakes may leave their habitats and move to different environments in search of survival.

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