Ophidiophobia is the fear of snakes. It is a type of specific phobia, which is an anxiety disorder that is characterised by a persistent and excessive fear of a specific object or situation. People with ophidiophobia may experience a range of physical and emotional symptoms when they encounter or think about snakes, such as:

• Sweating
• Trembling
• Rapid heartbeat
• Shortness of breath
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Feeling faint
• Panic attacks
• Fear of being bitten
• Fear of being attacked
• Fear of being poisoned

Ophidiophobia can have a significant impact on a person's life. It can prevent people from going camping, hiking, or visiting certain parts of the world.