Hoplocephalus bitorquatus (Jan, 1859)

Size

Hoplocephalus bitorquatus may reach a total length of 90 cm (35 in), with a tail that measures 9.5 cm (3.7 in) long.

Head Coloration

The top of its head is pale olive, marked with a bright yellow blotch on the occiput that is bordered by black.

Dorsal Coloration

The dorsal surface of its body is dark olive, and may have a darker streak running along the vertebrae.

Ventral Coloration

Its ventral surface is greyish olive or brown.

Distribution Range

This species occurs along the eastern coast of Australia, ranging from the Cape York Peninsula in Queensland south to Gosford in New South Wales.

Habitat

Its preferred natural habitat is forest.

Reproduction

Hoplocephalus bitorquatus is viviparous, meaning it gives birth to live young.