Yes, blue snakes exist! They are rare, but they are seen in many regions across the globe, such as North America, Australia, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific. From vibrant turquoise to deep navy, these serpents are breathtaking. Here are some of the most striking blue snakes that inhabit our planet.
Pit Viper
The blue pit viper, native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia and Malaysia, is a true beauty. Scientifically known as Trimeresurus insularis, this snake is indeed venomous. They have a brilliant electric blue colour, which is rare in the reptile world. If you happen to see this neon turquoise-coloured beauty, keep your distance and enjoy.
Racer Snake
These striking blue or bluish-grey scaled snakes are one of the wonders in the reptile world. They are native to the Great Lakes region of North America and can also be found in parts of the Midwest U.S. and southern Ontario, Canada. They are highly active, diurnal hunters. Scientifically called Coluber constrictor foxii, this snake is non-venomous.
Paradise Tree Snake
These snakes, native to Southeast Asia, are quite adventurous. The paradise tree snake (Chrysopelea paradisi) is famous for both its striking appearance and its extraordinary ability to glide through the air. They come in vibrant colours, ranging from turquoise, green, and yellow, with distinctive yellow stripes running along their body.
The Banded Krait
You may want to keep a real distance from this striking beauty. Bungarus fasciatus has a bold pattern of black and yellow bands throughout its body. Some of them have blue hues on their scales. They are found throughout Asia and are deadly venomous. They are nocturnal hunters and pose a serious threat to humans despite their relatively small size.
Malayan Blue Coral Snake
The Malayan blue coral snake is a deadly beauty. Scientifically known as Calliophis bivirgatus, this snake is highly venomous. Native to Southeast Asia, these snakes have a striking electric blue body and bright red head and tail. They live partly underground and are quite shy.
The Vietnamese Blue Beauty Snake
As the name suggests, they are native to Vietnam and are also found in Cambodia and Thailand. The scientific name is Orthriophis taeniurus callicyanous. These snakes have iridescent blue-grey scales. Some also have a turquoise hue. They are non-venomous and are excellent climbers.
The Blue Keeled Rat Snake
This massive snake has a bright blue tongue. The blue keeled rat snake (Ptyas carinata) is a non-venomous species native to Southeast Asia. This snake has a slate-blue coloration along its body. They are the largest of all snakes, and when threatened, they inflate their neck sideways to mimic a King Cobra.
Blue Phase Common Tree Snake
This is a rare snake belonging to the species of Green Tree Snakes. They have vibrant neon blue to deep navy scales, with matching light blue shades underneath. They are non-venomous and often harmless to humans. But they are extremely fast-moving and could scare the bejesus out of you!
