Orange-naped Snake
Furina ornata
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyElapidae (Elapid Snakes)
- GenusFurina (Bright-naped Snakes)
- SpeciesFurina ornata (Orange-naped Snake)
About the Orange-naped Snake
The orange-naped snake (Furina ornata), also known as the moon snake, is a small venomous reptile native to northern and northwestern Australia. The orange-naped snake is found in much of Western Australia north of Perth, as well as in parts of the Northern Territory and Queensland. It is the only member of the Furina genus found in Western Australia. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Orange-naped Snake in Kakadu National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Litchfield National Park | 🇦🇺 Australia | |
| 2 | Cape Range | 🇦🇺 Australia | |
| 3 | Ningaloo Marine Park | 🇦🇺 Australia | |
| 4 | Kakadu National Park | 🇦🇺 Australia |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Orange-naped Snake in Kakadu National Park?
About 20% of wildlife watchers report a Orange-naped Snake sighting in Kakadu National Park, based on 10 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Orange-naped Snake in Kakadu National Park?
November has the highest sighting rate for Orange-naped Snake in Kakadu National Park in our monthly data.