11 Most Venomous Snakes in Australia

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7. Black tiger snake (Notechis ater niger)

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The black tiger snake inhabits southwestern Australia, Tasmania, and islands off western Australian coasts. It is a subspecies of tiger snake but they are fairly distinct species, and inhabit a bit drier habitats than common tiger snakes. They also differ in color, being almost wholly black on the dorsal (back side) and usually slightly lighter on the ventral side (belly).

11 Most Venomous Snakes in Australia

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