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Moon snake

A species of Furina
Scientific name : Furina ornata Genus : Furina

Moon snake, A species of Furina
Scientific name: Furina ornata
Genus: Furina
Moon snake (Furina ornata) Photo By Matt , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The orange-naped snake (Furina ornata), also known as the moon snake, is a small venomous reptile native to northern and northwestern Australia.

General Info

Lifespan

5-7 years

Diet

Moon snake primarily subsists on a remarkably specific dietary intake, mainly consisting of skinks. Their foraging behavior exhibits a distinct predilection for terrestrial, smooth-scaled reptiles, which form the bulk of their sustenance.

Appearance

Moon snake is a small, compact insect with a sleek, cylindrical body. Its exoskeleton, highly ornate and vibrant, has brilliant metallic hues of blue, green and black. Noticeably, it has short antennae and two pairs of wings, with the hindwings being smaller. It is characterized by its elaborate patterns and rich coloration, which vary insignificantly between males and females. Its life stages, however, have distinct appearances with the larvae being less colorful than adults.

Behavior

Moon snake is a nocturnal and terrestrial species that exhibits a high degree of territoriality. It actively forages at night, seeking out its prey using highly developed olfactory senses. Known for its solitary nature, moon snake only interacts with others during the breeding season, otherwise defending its territory fiercely.

Population

Stable
Moon snake (Furina ornata) Moon snake (Furina ornata) Photo By Matt , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

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