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The Snake & Reptile Farm in Sungai Batu Pahat, Perlis, is one of the few tourist attractions in this northernmost state in Malaysia. It is located 12km north of Kangar on Route R11. The farm holds about 200 snakes from 23 different species. The farm is run by the Institute of Medical Research. Many of the snakes are venomous, as the purpose of the farm is in support of antivenom serum research and development.
A slittering of cobras at the Batu Pahat Snake & Reptile Farm.
In addition to snakes, the farm also houses crocodiles, iguanas and other reptiles. Some of the reptiles are kept in open-air enclosures while others are behind glass. I explored the farm with my girlfriend Chooi Yoke, while documenting the sites in Perlis for AsiaExplorers. I have read some comments on the web criticising the farm as being dirty, the animals were not properly treated, and the enclosures were too small. I personally do not consider the farm to be too interesting, but have nothing too critical to add. I would encourage you to pay it a visit and then give me your comments.
The Snake & Reptile Farm is open from 9:00am to 5:00pm Saturdays through Thursdays, while on Friday between 9:00am to 6:00pm with a break from 12:15pm to 2:45pm. Entrance fee is RM3.00.
How to go to Taman Ular & Reptilia Batu Pahat
From Kangar Town, take either Route R5 or R8. Both these routes will link to Route 11. From Route 11, be on a look out for the road sign pointing to the snake farm.
Monitor lizards are also found at the farm.
Tim and Chooi Yoke at the Batu Pahat Snake & Reptile Farm.
