Sea-snake
(Laticauda sp.)

Sea-snakes differ from land snakes in having compressed, paddle-like tails. They are able to absorb oxygen through their skin.

They feed on fish, fish eggs, shrimps. All are venomous, but no fatality has been recorded in Australian waters.

Sea-snakes are curious but not aggressive.

The most venomous Sea-snake is the Beaked Sea-snake (E. schistosa), whose venom is the world’s sixth most potent.

Venom yield: 2mg
Venom ranking: World’s sixth most potent
Fang length: 2mm

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