Yellow-lipped sea krait
A species of Sea kraits, Also known as Colubrine sea krait Scientific name : Laticauda colubrina Genus : Sea kraits
Yellow-lipped sea krait, A species of Sea kraits
Also known as:
Colubrine sea krait
Scientific name: Laticauda colubrina
Genus: Sea kraits
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Description General Info
Description
The yellow-lipped sea krait (Laticauda colubrina), also known as the banded sea krait, colubrine sea krait, is a species of venomous sea snake found in tropical Indo-Pacific oceanic waters. The snake has distinctive black stripes and a yellow snout, with a paddle-like tail for use in swimming.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Yellow-lipped sea krait mainly feeds on small fish and invertebrates, punctuating its diet with occasional bouts of cannibalism. It uses a specialized venom to incapacitate its prey, demonstrating a preference for eels and shrimp.
Appearance
Yellow-lipped sea krait is a small sea snake, with a flattened tail for swimming. It has distinctive, smooth, and shiny scales, primarily black with bright blue bands. Its narrow head leads to a slender body, expressing its agile nature. No significant variations in appearance exist among different ages or sexes.
Behavior
Yellow-lipped sea krait is a semi-aquatic, nocturnal species with unique hunting strategies. This venomous predator fishes by night in shallow waters and rests on land by the day. Uniquely, it employs tail-luring, a deceptive technique mimicking worm-like prey to entice potential victims. Solitary, it marks and vigorously defends its territory.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Sea kraits Species
Yellow-lipped sea krait 
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