Death Adder
(Acanthophis sp.)

Although a short snake, rarely exceeding 0.6m, it is extremely stout.

It hides amongst ground litter and attracts its prey of lizards, mice and birds by wriggling its skinny tail like a worm.

Relying upon camouflage to avoid detection, it is often not seen and consequently trodden on.

It gives birth to about 15 live young. The young measure 15cm at birth.

Venom yield: 86mg
Venom ranking: World’s fifth most toxic snake venom
Fang length: 6.2mm

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