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New Caledonian Sea Krait
A species of Sea kraits Scientific name : Laticauda saintgironsi Genus : Sea kraits
New Caledonian Sea Krait, A species of Sea kraits
Scientific name: Laticauda saintgironsi
Genus: Sea kraits
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Description
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The New Caledonian sea krait (Laticauda saintgironsi ) is a species of venomous snake in the subfamily Hydrophiinae native to the waters around New Caledonia.
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General Info
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Lifespan
10-15 years
Appearance
New Caledonian Sea Krait is a moderately-sized sea snake, well-known for its smooth, elongated body covered in firm scales. The prevalent color is black with pale blue or grey cross bands running across its length. It possesses a significant paddle-like tail adapted for swimming. Notable gender differences are absent in this species.
Behavior
New Caledonian Sea Krait is a solitary, nocturnal sea snake. It primarily displays a semi-terrestrial behavior, basking on rocks or beaches during the day before foraging for food in nearshore marine waters at night. It is non-aggressive, only displaying defensive posturing when threatened. It does not display territorial behavior.
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
New Caledonian Sea Krait