Enhydris chinensis

Species: Enhydris chinensis

English Name: Chinese Water Snake, Chinese Smooth Water Snake

Chinese Name: 中國水蛇

Family: Homalopsidae

Description:

Relatively small (up to 80 cm), mildly venomous snake. The upperside is brown with irregularly scattered black spots and the ventral side is yellowish. The head is rounded and distinct from the neck. It is a aquatic species found in cultivated areas, particularly, fish ponds and rice paddies.

© 2007 Lai Wagtail

© 2007 Lai Wagtail

© 2007 Lai Wagtail

© 2007 Lai Wagtail

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© 2012 Skink Chen

© 2012 Skink Chen

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References:

– Zhao, E., Leung, V., Leung, C. V. (1999). Notes on amphibians and reptiles of Macau. Sichuan Journal of Zoology 18 (4) , 147-150.