Aspidelaps Apr 2026

: A small (typically 1.6–2.5 ft), nocturnal snake found in the arid landscapes of South Africa, Namibia, and Angola. It is often recognized by its striking reddish-orange to yellow body with distinct black rings.

: Often called the eastern shield-nose snake, it is a stout burrower known for its unique defense mechanism of playing dead when disturbed. Venom and Medical Significance aspidelaps

is a genus of venomous elapid snakes endemic to Africa, commonly known as shield-nosed cobras , African coral snakes , or coral cobras . They are characterized by an enlarged rostral (nose) scale used for burrowing and a modest "hood" that they display when threatened. Key Species and Characteristics The genus primarily includes two well-known species: : A small (typically 1