Banded krait
A species of Kraits Scientific name : Bungarus fasciatus Genus : Kraits
Banded krait, A species of Kraits
Scientific name: Bungarus fasciatus
Genus: Kraits
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Description
The banded krait (Bungarus fasciatus) is a species of elapid snake found on the Indian Subcontinent and in Southeast Asia. It is one of the largest kraits, with a maximum length up to 2.1Â m (6Â ft 11Â in).
General Info
Lifespan
12-20 years
Diet
Banded krait is a carnivorous snake species that rely mainly on a diet of other snakes. Exceptionally, it also ingests lizards and rodents. It utilizes a potent neurotoxin to immobilize its prey before consumption.
Appearance
Banded krait is a medium-sized snake with a slender body covered in smooth scales. Its primary coloration is black with stark yellow or white bands, giving it a banded appearance. One of its striking features is its short, pointed tail. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Banded krait is a nocturnal, solitary creature that exhibits several distinctive behaviors. It uses chemoreception and vision to locate its prey, primarily rodents. Its unique survival measure is paralysis-inducing venom used defensively and for prey immobilization. Banded krait displays minimal territorial behaviors, largely due to its solitary, slow-moving nature.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Kraits Species
Banded krait 
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