The Rough Scaled Snake, also known as the Clarence River Snake is found in isolated pockets of Coastal Queensland (Brisbane and Townsville), and Northern New South Wales.

The name comes from its scales that are raised above the surrounding scales and have a rough texture.

A diurnal snake, it is often seen during the day feeding on frogs, small reptiles and mammals.

At a maximum length of around 1 meter, the body is often dark brown or olive green, and the belly is cream. Juveniles have dark bands, but this banding may be less obvious or absent in adults. It is often mistaken for a tiger snake (venomous), or a harmless keel back snake (non venomous).

The Rough-scaled snake is highly venomous and when  provoked, this snake is considered dangerous and aggressive, it will rapidly strike with repetition. The venom of this species contains coagulant and neurotoxic components, and although unrelated to, is treated with Tiger Snake anti-venom.

If bitten by a snake!

 By Rhianna Blackthorn