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Summary details for Rhamphiophis rostratus
If you are unsure of the identification of a snake you have observed, you can ask an expert for snake identification by uploading a photo to the Snakes of Namibia facebook page.
You can also get help from their amazing album of infographics of the common snake species in Namibia.
The facebook page also has contact details for snake catchers - people who are experienced in catching and removing snakes - throughout the country.
In the case of a snake bite, email "snakebite" to [email protected]. Namibia's snakebite expert - Dr Buys - will respond immediately.
Rufous Beaked Snake
Rhamphiophis rostratus
The name of the Rufous Beaked Snake refers to the reddish brown color of the snake and its sharped hooked beak which it uses to dig.
These snakes are mainly active during the day when they hunt for lizards and small mammals. During the warmer parts of the day they are often found in burrows.
When harassed this snake will hiss and try to escape.
They are considered to be mildly venomous; although not medically important some form of envenomation has been reported and caution should be taken when handling them.
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