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Common krait vs Suzhen’s krait

Both belong to the genus Bungarus, so they are close relatives.

Common krait (Bungarus caeruleus)
Common krait LCLeast Concern
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Suzhen’s krait

What is the difference between a common krait and a suzhen’s krait?

Each point below is worked out from a pair of recorded values.

  • Both belong to the genus Bungarus, so they are close relatives.

Side by side

Common kraitSuzhen’s krait
Scientific nameBungarus caeruleusBungarus suzhenae
FamilyElapidaeElapidae
OrderSquamataSquamata
Weight1.15 kgNot recorded
LengthNot recordedNot recorded
Lifespan14 yearsNot recorded
Main foodNot recordedNot recorded
Habitatdesert, shrublandNot recorded
Conservation statusLeast ConcernNot recorded
Countries recordedNot recorded1

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