Greater black whipsnake explained

The greater black whipsnake (Demansia papuensis) is a species of venomous snake in the family Elapidae.^[1]

Description

D. papuensis has a constant light to dark brown or black colouration, and a tan coloured head with small dark spots. The species is able to reach up to 1.5m (04.9feet).^[2]

Distribution and habitat

The snake is found mainly in the northern parts of Australia (the far north-east of Western Australia, north Northern Territory, and Northern Queensland). It lives in open forests and woodlands.^[3]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Species Demansia papuensis (Macleay, 1877) . Australian Biological Resources Study. 26 August 2013. Australian Faunal Directory. Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts, Australian Government. 15 October 2017. Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.
2. Web site: Papuan Whip Snake - Queensland Museum . . 2019-02-12 . Queensland Museum . . 2022-09-27.
3. Web site: Papuan Whip Snake - Queensland Museum . . 2019-02-12 . Queensland Museum . . 2022-09-27.