Venomous sea snake spotted on Auckland beach
Wednesday 5 February 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated In this story Department of Conservation
A blue-lipped sea krait was discovered by a member of the public walking a dog in Devonport. The Department of Conservation investigated the sighting, which is the first time this species has been seen alive in New Zealand in seven years. Rangers were unable to locate the snake during their search.