Sea snakes are highly venomous but fortunately being bitten by one is relatively uncommon. The risk of being bitten can be reduced in many circumstances.
Distribution: tropical and subtropical regions in the Indian and Pacific oceans
Risk factors:
(1) fishing, especially using a drag net
(2) handling the snake barehanded rather than using a tool
(3) stepping on a snake while wading
(4) bathing in the sea or rivers leading into the sea
(5) ignorance about the snakes and the dangers involved
(6) being intoxicated
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