Tiger Snake
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Coiled in reeds and coastal grass, the tiger snake warns intruders with its banded body and flattened head. Native to southern Australia, including Tasmania, it delivers a potent venom cocktail. Once feared for deadly bites, antivenom now keeps fatalities low.
Technical factsheet
Type:Reptile
Habitat:Wetlands, grassland, forest
Diet:Carnivore
Continents:Oceania
Size:1–1.8 m length
Weight:1.5–3 kg
Activity:Diurnal
Social behavior:Solitary
Lifespan:10–15 years in the wild
Habitat: The Tiger Snake can be found in Australia