Western Brown Snake or Gwarder ( Pseudonaja nuchalis )
The western brown snake is also commonly referred to as the Gwarder. Its body is of slender build and its neck is not that distinct from its body. It is highly venomous and exteremely fast, but its coloring and patterning are not distinct and vary regionally.
The body coloration is highly variable and there are sixteen known colour morphs including one that has a completely black neck and head.
This form has on occasion's confused people into thinking that they have found a black headed python and this mistake has resulted in serious bites.
Distribution & Habitat:
throughout Australia, with the exception of New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania. Its is a ground-dwelling snake and prefers dry habitats.
Diet:
rodents, small birds, lizards, frogs, other snakes.
Breeding:
An average clutch is comprised of 20 eggs. Mating occur around springtime and the female can lay up to 38 eggs per clutch.
