Banded Sea Krait [Laticauda colubrina]
Description
The Banded Sea Krait is a highly venomous sea snake species that can reach up to 1.5 meters in length. It is easily recognizable by its distinct black and light blue bands. This species is amphibious and can be found in both marine and terrestrial habitats across the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. The Banded Sea Krait is known for its docile behavior unless provoked.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Reptiles
Reptilia
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| Order |
Sea Snakes
Squamata
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| Family |
Sea Kraits
Laticaudidae
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| Genus |
Sea Kraits
Laticauda
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