14. Depath Kaluwa

 


Common Name:   Slender Coral Snake

Scientific Name:   Calliophis melanurus

Animal Family:   Elapidae

Description:   Typically around 50-70 cm in length. Generally similar in appearance.

Found Where:   They are especially in the wet zone and intermediate zone of Sri Lanka.

Habitat:   Found in forests areas.

Food:   Feeds mainly on small reptiles and amphibians.


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