Reptiles and Amphibians Database .. detailed information | |
Orange-naped Snake , Moon Snake Furina ornata | |
Family : | "Front-fanged Snakes" Elapidae |
Description : | Length 40cm. Pale to dark orange or red brown. Black head and neck with orange or red band, cream lips and white belly. Harmless has weak venom. Eats lizards. Lays 6 eggs. |
Typical Habitat : | Open forest, savannah and arid areas. |
Distribution : | Northern and western Australia. |
Introduced : | No |
Seen North Qld : | Yes |
Additional info .. | locations seen (6) .. |
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