Hydrophis lapemoides Gray, 1849
Persian Gulf sea snake
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Family:  Elapidae ()
Max. size:  129.6 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 10 - 40 m
Distribution:  Indo-West Pacific.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Minimum depth from Ref. 115118. Inhabits coastal waters. Ovoviviparous. Feeds on fish (Ref. 801). It was observed to be attracted to the lights of a steamer (Ref. 88062).
IUCN Red List Status: (LC); Date assessed: 15 February 2009 Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
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