Oxyuranus scutellatus (Taipan)

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Found in grassy woodlands and dry sclerophyll forests, mainly in dry, well drained areas. Shelters in hollow logs and disused burrows. Active by day in warm to hot weather.

Oxyuranus scutellatus is listed in the following regions:

Canberra & Southern Tablelands | Townsville

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Oxyuranus scutellatus (Taipan) at Douglas, QLD - 4 Feb 2021 by sayoung15

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Oxyuranus scutellatus (Taipan) at Douglas, QLD - 4 Feb 2021 by sayoung15

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Species information

Oxyuranus scutellatus Scientific name
Taipan Common name
Not Sensitive
Local native
Non-invasive or negligible
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