Snakes of South Africa

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The Cape Coral Snake (Aspidelaps lubricus lubricus)
One of the most beautiful South African Snakes. It is part of the Cobra and Mamba family (Elapidae). Although dangerous, it is not considered deadly. It is small, reaching a maximum length of 75cm. It is found In the Eastern and Western Cape but is most common in the Northern Cape where it can often be found on roads at night,
It stands up and spreads a narrow hood.

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Oh,
Why isn't it considered deadly yet it is dangerous?

It does not cause death in humans but a bite may result in a person becoming very ill.

It resembles the cobra.