Yellow-bellied sea snake washes up on Whangamatā beach

Thursday 10 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 10 Jul 2025, 5:38pm

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A venomous yellow-bellied sea snake was found on a Whangamatā beach on Thursday morning. Holidaymakers have been urged to stay away from the area following the discovery of the reptile, which was estimated to be approximately 70cm long.

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1. StuffThu 10 Jul 2025, 1:27pm

   Snake and seal with ‘powerful bite’ invade holiday hotspot Whangamatā (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldThu 10 Jul 2025, 5:38pm

   Deadly yellow-bellied sea snake washes up on Whangamatā beach, Coromandel (opens in new tab)