Peninsula Brown Snake
Pseudonaja inframacula
A regionally restricted brown snake species found on the Eyre Peninsula of South Australia, once considered part of a broader brown snake complex.
- Venomous?
- Venomous
- Adult length
- 1.0-1.6 m (3.3-5.3 ft)
- Range
- Eyre Peninsula, South Australia
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Overview
The Peninsula Brown Snake is a member of the Pseudonaja genus with a distribution centered on the Eyre Peninsula of South Australia. It was previously grouped with other brown snake populations before being recognized as a distinct taxon.
As with all Pseudonaja species, it is venomous and considered potentially dangerous if provoked.
How to identify it
- Uniform to slightly variegated brown coloration
- Smooth scales typical of brown snakes
- Round pupils, alert posture
- Moderately slender body
- Best distinguished from other brown snakes by geographic range on the Eyre Peninsula
Habitat & range
Found in coastal scrub, mallee woodland, and farmland of the Eyre Peninsula region of South Australia.
Behavior, diet & reproduction
Diurnal and fast-moving, active in warm conditions. Feeds on lizards and small mammals. Alert and quick to flee, though capable of defensive striking if cornered. Reproduces by egg-laying.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Peninsula Brown Snake venomous?
Yes, it is venomous like other members of the brown snake genus.
Where is it found?
Restricted mainly to the Eyre Peninsula region of South Australia.
What does it eat?
Lizards and small mammals.
Is it aggressive?
It generally avoids confrontation and flees when possible, though it can be defensive if cornered.
Peninsula Brown Snake guides
In-depth guides for identifying and understanding Peninsula Brown Snake.
