Oriental Whip Snake
About the Oriental Whip Snake in Singapore
Last updated 3 June 2026
The Oriental Whip Snake (Ahaetulla prasina) are bright green, slender snakes which can often be found along the edge of forests. Although mildly venomous, they pose no threat to humans and usually try to escape when they feel threatened. They use the venom to hunt other small herptiles such as frogs, snakes and even small birds.
Identifying features
Check out some of the identifying features of the Oriental Whip Snake below.
Bright fluorescent green in colour, Oriental Whip Snakes often resemble vines draped across branches. They are thin and slender, with yellow eyes and horizontal pupils.
Habitat and ecology
These bright green snakes are often found draped across vegetation along forest edges, parks and gardens. They do not lay eggs like many other reptiles, instead they give birth to 4-10 live young. Being diurnal snakes and mainly active in the day, their horizontal pupils are thought to favour a more ambush style of hunting.
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