11 Most Venomous Snakes in Australia

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2. Dubois’ reef sea snake, reef shallows sea snake (Aipysurus duboisii)

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This is an aquatic snake species that inhabits coral reefs in the northern coast of Australia, waters around Papua New Guinea, and New Caledonia. It is a slender snake, with the average length of around 80 centimeters. The coloration is variable; it usually consists of lighter base color with dark bands or patches throughout the body. It is the most venomous aquatic snake species.

11 Most Venomous Snakes in Australia

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