However, the variety of these related species makes it difficult to draw definite conclusions about the sea snake's diet. Depending on the environment, its feeding habits could have ranged from ...

This snake can be found on dark, sandy ocean floors and live up to 164 feet (50 meters) beneath the water’s surface, feeding largely on eels. Yellow sea snakes can be found in the northern ...

As with the eels that the snakes prey on, the paralysis of any muscles involved in breathing or swallowing may be fatal. In the case of serious bites, sea snake antivenom can be administered.

For some beachgoers earlier this week it was anything but, as a venomous sea snake was discovered on the sand, soaking up the sun like a tourist who had outstayed his welcome. The visit from the ...