Cacophis krefftii facts for kids

Cacophis krefftii is a species of venomous snake in the family Elapidae. The species is endemic to Australia.

Etymology

The specific name, krefftii, is in honor of German-born Australian naturalist Gerard Krefft.

Common names

Common names for C. krefftii include dwarf crowned snake, southern dwarf crowned snake, and Krefft's dwarf snake.

Geographic range

The geographic range of C. krefftii extends from the Central Coast of New South Wales to South East Queensland.

Reproduction

C. krefftii is oviparous.

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