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Hydrophis schistosus (formerly known as Enhydrina schistosa), commonly known as the beaked sea snake, hook-nosed sea snake, common sea snake, or the Valakadyn sea snake, is a highly venomous species of sea snake common throughout the tropical Indo-Pacific. This species is implicated in more than 50% of all bites caused by sea snakes, as well as the majority of envenomings and fatalities.

Similar species: Snakes And Lizards
Species identified by Albert Kang
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By Albert Kang

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Uploaded Jun 10, 2017. Captured May 2, 2013 14:05 in Philippines.
  • DSC-RX100
  • f/3.5
  • 1/30s
  • ISO200
  • 20.85mm