Dan was sent out to a Yellow-bellied sea snake rescue, how cute! This little sweetie was taken to the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital to get a full health check. Generally when sea snakes are washed to shore, it means they are unwell or injured, so it’s important they are always taken to the hospital for a thorough check! 🐍 🌊 #seasnake #azwh | Sunshine Coast Snake Catchers 24/7

More about the Yellow-bellied Sea Snake (Hydrophis platurus): A Fascinating Ocean Drifter!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​They are easily recognizable by their striking appearance: a sleek black body contrasted with a bright yellow underside. This coloration is not just for show, it plays a crucial role in the snake's survival, helping it blend in with the ocean's surface when viewed from below and the deep sea when viewed from above. One of the most fascinating aspects of this snake is its lifestyle. Unlike

Unique among sea snakes, the yellow-bellied sea snake usually lives completely out at sea, criss-crossing the ocean by riding the ocean currents. 🎥: IG user '@sideytheshark' 📍: Maldives | PADI