Olive sea snake
A species of Aipysurus Scientific name : Aipysurus laevis Genus : Aipysurus
Olive sea snake, A species of Aipysurus
Scientific name: Aipysurus laevis
Genus: Aipysurus
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Description General Info
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Description
Aipysurus laevis is a species of venomous sea snake found in the Indo-Pacific. Its common names include golden sea snake, olive sea snake, and olive-brown sea snake.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Olive sea snake primarily sustains on a carnivorous diet centered around fish eggs, and occasionally small fishes. This nocturnal feeder uses venom to subdue its prey before ingestion.
Appearance
Olive sea snake is a long and slender marine snake reaching up to 2 meters in length. Its scaleless skin is typically golden to olive-brown, often with darker bands or blotches. The head is small, set off distinctly from the body, and the tail is flattened for swimming. Males and females look similar, but males are marginally smaller. Unlike many snakes, there are no differences in appearance between juveniles and adults.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Aipysurus Species
Olive sea snake 
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