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Yellow Sea Snake (Hydrophis spiralis)

Yellow Sea Snake

Hydrophis spiralis

About the Yellow Sea Snake

Hydrophis spiralis, commonly known as the yellow sea snake, is a species of venomous sea snake in the family Elapidae.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Yellow Sea Snake?

The scientific name of the Yellow Sea Snake is Hydrophis spiralis.

How many Yellow Sea Snake sightings have been recorded?

28 observations of the Yellow Sea Snake have been recorded on iNaturalist.

28 observations on iNaturalist
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