Field guide
Spine-bellied sea snake
කුඩා මුහුදු නයා · kuda muhudu naya
Hydrophis hardwickii
Venomous
A bite from this species is a medical emergency.
A common short sea snake with spiny belly scales.
How to identify
1Short stout body
2Olive-grey with faint bands
3Spiny belly scales
If bitten
Venomous sea snake. Keep the victim calm and still, immobilise the limb and reach a hospital immediately. Do NOT cut or apply a tourniquet.
Up to 0.9 m
Length
Marine
Active
Fish
Diet
Where it's found
Coastal
Coastal seas and estuaries.