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Lycodon aulicus
Lycodon aulicus, commonly known as the Indian wolf snake, is a species of nonvenomous snake found in South Asia and Southeast Asia. Early naturalists have suggested its resemblance to the venomous common krait as an instance of Batesian mimicry.
Description
The colouration of this snake is variable.
Lycodon aulicus (Common Wolf Snake )
Lycodon aulicus
This snake is often confused with the common krait. The presence of a loreal shield can be used to distinguish it from kraits.
Nonvenomous
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