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Sea Snakes Invade NZ Waters: Rare Sightings Reported
25 Apr
Summary
- Yellow-bellied sea snakes occasionally wash ashore, especially in warmer northern regions.
- Sea snakes are venomous but docile; experts advise maintaining distance and reporting sightings.
- Warm currents and storms carry these rare visitors to New Zealand's coastal areas.
New Zealand's unique ecosystem, devoid of native land snakes, is meticulously protected by strict biosecurity laws. However, its surrounding oceans are not entirely free from serpentine visitors.
Rarely, sea snakes and kraits drift into New Zealand's waters, often carried by warm currents or storms. These encounters, though uncommon, have been reported in several coastal regions.
