Reef shallows sea snake
A species of Aipysurus, Also known as Reef Shallows Seasnake Scientific name : Aipysurus duboisii Genus : Aipysurus
Reef shallows sea snake, A species of Aipysurus
Also known as:
Reef Shallows Seasnake
Scientific name: Aipysurus duboisii
Genus: Aipysurus
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Description
Aipysurus duboisii, also known as the Dubois' sea snake or reef shallows sea snake, is a species of venomous sea snake. Its geographic range includes Papua New Guinea, New Caledonia and the northern, eastern and western coastal areas of Australia, that is the Coral Sea, Arafura Sea, Timor Sea and Indian Ocean. They live at depths up to 80 meters in coral reef flats, sandy and silty sediments which contain seaweed, invertebrates and corals or sponges...
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Reef shallows sea snake is a carnivorous marine species with a diet predominantly made up of eels and small fish. Securing prey by venomous bite, this species particularly favors species belonging to the Muraenidae and Ophichthidae families.
Appearance
Reef shallows sea snake is a medium-sized sea snake with a slender body of up to 1.5 meters long. Resilient, scale-covered skin has a principal shade of brown, often with lighter bands. Its most distinctive trait is its laterally compressed tail adapted for swimming. Unlike many species, there are no apparent differences in color or size between females and males or distinct age groups.
Behavior
Reef shallows sea snake is a solitary, demersal marine serpent notable for its ambush hunting technique. Generally nocturnal, it remains inactive during daylight hours, camouflaging itself in the sand or coral for protection. Exhibiting ovoviviparous reproduction, the female gives birth to live young, highlighting adaptability within its underwater environment.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Aipysurus Species
Reef shallows sea snake 
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