The greater black krait (Bungarus niger) or black krait, is a species of krait, a venomous snake in the genus Bungarus of the family Elapidae. The species is endemic to South Asia. Bungarus niger is medium in length, slender-bodied, and triangular in cross-section, with a short, pointed tail.

New data on the distribution, morphology, and molecular systematics of two venomous snakes, Bungarus niger and Bungarus lividus (Serpentes: Elapidae), from north-east India. Salamandra 57 (2): 219–228. Das, Abhijit 2018.

黑环蛇（学名：Bungarus niger）是动物界脊索动物门爬行纲有鳞目眼镜蛇科环蛇属的动物。

Known for its striking appearance and potent venom, this snake holds an important place in its ecological niche. Let’s dive into the captivating world of the Greater Black Krait, exploring its behavior, habitat, and importance in the ecosystem.

This study has demonstrated that Bungarus niger is widely distributed in Bangladesh and confirms the risk of fatal neuro-myotoxic envenoming, especially as no specific antivenom is currently manufactured. The unexpected finding of rhabdomyolysis should prompt further investigation of the venom components responsible.

The Greater Black Krait, Bungarus niger, was described as a new species based on specimens from northeastern India (Dibrugarh and Sadiya in Assam, and Tindharia/Pashok near Darjeeling; Wall 1908), and is distinguished from the sympatric Lesser Black Krait, Bungarus lividus, by the state of its vertebral dorsal scales, which are distinctly ...

The Greater black krait (Bungarus niger) is a venomous snake found only in the South Asia. These snakes are considered as generally docile and timid, but they are capable of delivering highly potent neurotoxic venom which is medically significant with potential lethality to humans.

眼镜蛇科 (Elapidae)环蛇属 (Bungarus)剧毒蛇的统称，12种。 见于南亚的旷野地带。 鳞片闪光，花纹醒目，典型种类身上有黑，白或黑黄色条纹。 大部分为夜行性。 环蛇已被列入《有重要生态、科学、社会价值的陆生野生动物名录》。

2021年5月15日 · This paper provides new information on the two medically important snakes, Bungarus niger and B. lividus from northeastern India. Included are morphological data on both the species and for the...

The Greater Black Krait, scientifically known as Bungarus niger, is a highly venomous snake species found predominantly in Southeast Asia. This snake has a distinctive appearance, with a shiny black body and white or yellow bands encircling its slender frame.