Sea Snake

Sea snakes are venomous snakes that live or feed in marine waters, mainly in the tropical Indo-Pacific. Many have paddle-shaped tails for swimming and must surface to breathe. They feed on fish or other marine prey, with diet differing among species. Fully aquatic sea snakes give birth to live young, while sea kraits return to land to lay eggs. Their shared marine setting therefore includes different life cycles. Reefs, shallow coasts and open water provide habitats for different members of the group.