Ringed brown snake
A species of Brown snakes Scientific name : Pseudonaja modesta Genus : Brown snakes
Ringed brown snake, A species of Brown snakes
Scientific name: Pseudonaja modesta
Genus: Brown snakes
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Description General Info
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Description
The ringed brown snake (Pseudonaja modesta) is a species of venomous elapid snake native to a broad swathe of inland Australia, from western New South Wales and Queensland to Western Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Appearance
Ringed brown snake is a medium-sized snake with a slender, elongate shape and smooth, shiny scales. Mainly warm brown in color, its skin is often adorned with darker, irregular patterns along the body. Ringed brown snake's head is small and narrow, distinguishing it from other similar species. This species lacks any significant changes in appearance related to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Ringed brown snake is a solitary, diurnal species with terrestrial habits. It actively forages for prey, mainly feeding on small mammals and reptiles. Ringed brown snake is known for its unique threat display, where it flattens its body when defensively posturing. It is hardy, adapting to a range of habitats and often residing in areas with loose soil for burrowing.
Population
Stable
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Brown snakes Species
Ringed brown snake