Shaun's Snake Removals

The Small-eyed Snake has a glossy dark grey to black back.  The belly is commonly pink with a line of dark grey spots, but can be cream with grey blotches. This species grows to 1 metre.  Midbody scale rows 15; ventrals 165–210; anal single; subcaudals single 30–45. Lives in rainforests, wet and dry eucalypt forests and heaths, agricultural and grazing lands.  This species is common in suburban Brisbane having benefitted from well-mulched, well-watered gardens. A dangerously venomous snake with strongly myotoxic venom.  This species has been responsible for one human death.  If bitten, apply first aid and seek urgent medical attention.