The woma is a non-venomous snake native to Australia that grows to a length of about 2.3m and has striking coloration. It will eat small mammals and reptiles and loves to hang about arid woodlands or shrublands with plenty of spinifex. Unfortunately, they are also an endangered species with much of their habitat being subjected to clearing and burning. Australia Zoo is the only zoo in the country that holds the form found in south-east Queensland and plan to breed it for release in protected areas.

I was quite inspired by this gorgeous snake who decided that it liked following me around as I attempted to take photos of it. I wasn’t sure if it saw its reflection in the camera lens and thought it was another snake, but in any case, it was absolutely adorable. It flicked its little tongue at the camera and was curious and animated as any other charismatic animal. What a little beauty!

Read more about my adventures in Australia: here!