Kakamega forest: Home to creatures that are used as weapons while also providing benefits to residents.

The Kakamega forest is home to dangerous animals that are used as weapons and provide benefits to residents.

If you take a tour of the Kakamega forest and its surrounding areas, you will undoubtedly agree with this article. A variety of animals live in the area. Which can be used and applied in a variety of ways.

How familiar are you with the Kakamega Forest?

The Kakamega forest is spread across three counties, including Nandi, Vihiga, and Kakamega. The forest is 238 square kilometres in size. After Mau Forest, it is one of the largest in the country.

A journey through the forest.

As you walk through the forest, you will come across various wild creatures in their natural habitat. From the dangerous reptile species that live in the area. This includes any type of snake. And, of course, the forest is home to the majority of the country’s dangerous snakes.

The famous black mamba is one of the dangerous venomous snakes seen in the area. This type of snake can kill you in six hours if there is no antidote.

Residents claim that they are the most common in the area. You must meet one or more such within 30 minutes.

The adder, the world’s shortest snake, is also found in the area. It is rarely seen and rarely bites. The snakes, on the other hand, are the most venomous of the group. It is used as a weapon by the locals to finish off their enemies. When incorporated into a meal within 5 hours, a drop of its dried skin powder can finish you.

The caiman Lizard is another type of reptile species found in the area. It appears frightening, but it is also one of the most terrified animals on the planet. Its skin is used to make the Isukuti drum by the Margoli, Isukha, and Idakho luhya communities.The animal resembles a crocodile and can be found on both land and water. When attacked by predators, it has the ability to climb trees. They are typically found along the Yala River, which runs through the forest.

The’mukombero’ is another creature found in the forest. You can’t walk a hundred metres without seeing it. This information is obtained from local experts.