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Where to observe and photograph the annulated sea snake in the wild
Learn where and when to spot the annulated sea snake in the wild, how to identify the species based on distinctive features, and what natural environments it inhabits. The WildlifePhotographer app offers tailored photography tips that reflect the annulated sea snake’s behavior, helping you capture better wildlife images. Explore the full species profile for key information including description, habitat, active periods, and approach techniques.
Annulated sea snake
Scientific name: Hydrophis cyanocinctus
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: ELAPIDAE
Group: Reptiles
Sensitivity to human approach: Very shy
Minimum approach distance: 5 m
Reproduction period: TouteL'Année
Incubation: 180-200 jours
Births: TouteL'Année
Habitat:
Coral reefs and tropical seagrass beds
Activity period :
Mainly active at night, generally discreet during the day.
Identification and description:
The annulated sea snake is a highly venomous marine elapid, 1–1.5 m long, identifiable by its black and yellow rings covering its slender, elongated body. It inhabits coral reefs, tropical seagrass beds, and shallow lagoons of the Indo-Pacific, feeding on fish and small bony fishes. Solitary and elusive, it employs sinuous undulations and visual cues to hunt.
Recommended lens:
300 mm – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.
Photography tips:
Photograph the annulated sea snake while diving or snorkeling using an underwater macro lens of ≥100 mm in natural light. Approach slowly, maintain a safe distance of at least 5 m, and compose to isolate its colorful rings against the blue background.
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