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Vellore Bridal Snake
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Vellore Bridal Snake

Lycodon nympha

The Vellore bridle snake (Lycodon nympha) is a species of snake found in southern India and Sri Lanka. The yellow mark on the back of the head suggests a bridal veil. Bridle snakes are so named because of the resemblance of their slim bodies to the reins or 'bridle' used to control horses.

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