They are a major cause of snakebites and occasional snakebite deaths in Australia. Most snakebites are caused by non-venomous snakes. Dry snakebites and those inflicted by a non-venomous species can still cause severe injury. The vast majority of venomous snakebites in Australasia occur in the Australasian realm. Rattlesnakes often posed a threat, and many people died due to snakebites. There is an overall shortage of antivenom to treat snakebites. Around half of all deaths from snakebites are caused by brown snakes. Most of the deaths were related to landslides, flooding, electrocutions, snakebites, and cleanup accidents. A root poultice can be used on snakebites. Other causes of death include fights between males, snakebites, disease, and drowning during floods. Polyvalent serum is available for treating snakebites caused by these species. Below is a list of fatal snakebites that occurred in Australia. The young Irishman soon succumbs to his numerous snakebites, dies, and is buried. He possessed a healing power against snakebites. Agricultural and tropical regions report more snakebites than anywhere else.