Egg-eating sea snake
A species of Turtlehead sea snakes Scientific name : Emydocephalus annulatus Genus : Turtlehead sea snakes
Egg-eating sea snake, A species of Turtlehead sea snakes
Scientific name: Emydocephalus annulatus
Genus: Turtlehead sea snakes
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Description
Emydocephalus annulatus, commonly known as the turtle-headed sea snake or egg-eating sea snake, is a species of sea snake that can be found in waters of Oceania near Australia and some Pacific Islands such as the Philippines and the Loyalty Islands of New Caledonia. The geographic range is sporadic, for example, with populations distributed near the eastern and western coasts of Australia in the Great Barrier Reef and the Timor Sea reefs, respectively. They do not,...
General Info
Lifespan
30-50 years
Diet
Egg-eating sea snake primarily preys on sea anemone, exhibiting a highly specialized diet. Its dietary preference is specific, focusing primarily on species of the Actiniaria order with an almost exclusive predilection for certain types.
Behavior
Egg-eating sea snake exhibits a unique behavior - it feeds exclusively on sea anemones, demonstrating a high level of foraging specialization. The species is noted for its solitary nature and lack of social interaction. Seasonal migration behavior is also typical, moving between feeding grounds and mating areas, showcasing adaptive behaviors for survival within its oceanic habitat.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Turtlehead sea snakes Species
Egg-eating sea snake 
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