Stoke's sea snake [Parahydrophis stokesii]
Description
The Stoke's sea snake is a species of venomous sea snake found in the tropical waters of northern Australia and New Guinea. It is a hardy species that prefers estuarine environments and coastal waters over open sea. It is known for its dark coloration, often black or dark green, with a lighter underbelly. The Stoke's sea snake can grow up to 1.5 meters in length. It feeds on fish, including eels and catfish.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Reptiles
Reptilia
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| Order |
Sea Snakes
Squamata
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| Family |
True Sea Snakes
Hydrophiidae
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| Genus |
Parahydrophis
Parahydrophis
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