Noanelle's Reef Sea Snake [Noanelle reefensis]
Description
Noanelle's Reef Sea Snake, known scientifically as Noanelle reefensis, is a marine snake species commonly found in the Indo-Pacific region. The snake is characterized by its distinctive grey color with dark bands. It can reach lengths of over 1 meter. The species lives primarily in and around coral reefs. It feeds on small fish and eels. Despite being venomous, it is typically docile and poses little threat to humans unless provoked.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Eunicida
Eunicida
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| Family |
Scoletids
Oenonidae
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| Genus |
Noanelle
Noanelle
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