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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
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Description
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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.
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General Info
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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
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Scientific Classification
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Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Sea kraits Species
Yellow-lipped sea krait