Stephens' Banded Snake

Hoplocephalus stephensii

''Hoplocephalus stephensii'' is a species of highly venomous tree snake in the family Elapidae. The species is endemic to Australia.
Stephens' Banded Snake This amazing snake was spotted on the road near Mt. Glorious. The poor thing had some damage to the skull and jaw, probably from a car strike. We ensured it slithered off safely into the bush this time :) Australia,Geotagged,Hoplocephalus stephensii,Spring

Naming

The specific name ''stephensii'', is in honor of Australian academic William John Stephens.

Reproduction

''H. stephensii'' is viviparous.

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Taxonomy
KingdomAnimalia
DivisionChordata
ClassReptilia
OrderSquamata
FamilyElapidae
GenusHoplocephalus
SpeciesH. stephensii
Photographed in
Australia