White-crowned snake
Cacophis harriettae
weakly venomous
This snake is not considered dangerous to humans although the toxicity of their bite will have a different reaction on each individual, first aid is always recommended.
Description
Body moderate. Head is not noticeably distinct from neck. Colour is charcoal grey to black with a broad white band curving across nape. Mid body scales are in 15 rows.
habitat
Nocturnal. Lives in rainforests and woodland.
Diet
Feeds on lizards.
Distribution
Qld, from Kirrima south along coast to just south of Grafton, NSW and extends as far west as Glenmorgan, Qld.