Snakes of South-East Queensland | 台北市立動物園資訊網

CommontreesnakeDendrelaphispunctulata—Non-venomous.Thecommontreesnakeishighlyvariableincolourandis...Thebodyisextremelyslenderandcanbeeithergrey,olive-green,variousshadesofbrown,black,even ...

There is great variation between individuals within a single species of snake. The descriptions below are based on general characteristics. It can be difficult to positively identify some snakes. Never approach snakes and never assume that they are non-venomous.

Snakes of greater BrisbaneTwenty-seven species of terrestrial snake are found in the Brisbane area. The combination of native habitat and the introduction of exotic animals have influenced the distribution of some species of snake. Some snakes can be found in suburban backyards and even in the city centre. The most commonly encountered species are the carpet python, common tree snake, keelback, yellow-faced whip snake, white-crowned snake and eastern small-eyed snake.

It is important to note that a number of venomous snakes are found in and around Brisbane, including the coastal taipan, tiger snake, death adder, rough-sc...