Vermicella annulata

(Bandy-bandy)

FAMILY	Elapidae
Species	Vermicella annulata
Common name	Bandy-bandy
Main colour	Black and white bands
Body size	To about 75 cm long
Location	Townsville

Description

This nocturnal burrowing snake can be found in a wide range of habitats, not considered dangerous, preys on blind snakes. A distinctive snake with the alternating bands of black and white, including the belly. The head is not distinct from the body, snout black.