Stoke’s Sea Snake
One of the bulkiest sea snakes, this species is named after the Admiral (royal navy), John Lort Stokes. The Stokes’ sea snake has the longest and strong fangs in compared to other marine snakes.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Squamata |
| Suborder | Serpentes |
| Family | Elapidae |
| Genus | Hydrophis |
| Scientific Name | Hydrophis stokesii |
| Other Names | Astrotia stokesii, Disteira stokesii, Distira stokes, and Hydrus stokesii |
| Size | 5 ft (152.4 cm) |
| Color | Black, brown, or cream body with black rings or dorsal crossed bands |
| Distribution | Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Strait of Taiwan, and South China, Tropical Australia |
| Habitat | Sea |
| Diet | Fish |
| Predator | Moray eels, tiger sharks, and saltwater crocodiles |
| Venom Fact | Highly venomous |
| Mode of Reproduction | Ovoviviparous |
| Litter Size | 5-20 young snakes |
| Average Lifespan | Around 15 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
Stoke’s Sea Snake Pictures Gallery
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