Collett's Snake (Pseudechis colletti)

This attractive snake lives inland, in dry areas, hunting by day and feeding mainly on lizards, snakes and other small animals. It is solidly built, with a slightly distinct head, and is beautifully marked, with scales of varying colours of orange to dark brown, producing a speckled effect. The average length is 1.25m, and the maximum recorded length 2m. Eggs are laid, usually numbering around 12.

Distribution
Limited to central Queensland, but is kept in many snake collections.

Venom
The toxicity of Collett's snake venom is similar to that of the Mulga snake. Average venom output is unknown. Tiger snake antivenom should be used to treat envenomations.