Human-snake conflict is an increasingly common

problem around the world, stemming from a lack of education about snakes. As human encroachment increases in many areas, the likelihood of human-snake conflict also increases. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), each year over 2.7 million people around the world suffer a serious snakebite envenomation. In 2017, the WHO declared snakebite as a Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD). This presentation focuses on the need to have a transdisciplinary approach when tackling snakebite. Experts from various disciplines including, health, natural sciences and social sciences need to provide their expertise to collect data on the current behaviour and distribution of

venomous snakes, correct statistics on snakebites

and social behaviours of those affected by snakebites. To tackle snakebite the focus needs to shift on the prevention of snakebite. This can be done by gathering high quality information on distribution, abundance, and behaviour of venomous snakes to create targeted prevention measures through education and community outreach initiatives. This is particularly important in regions most affected by snakebite such as Africa. By collaborating together, we can find better solutions.