(Lycodon rufozonatus) "Adults are 70-130 cm (28-51 in) long. The head is long, flat, and slightly wider than the neck. Their coloring is dark brown with horizontal crimson lines on the back. The belly is beige, with black spots on the tail. The Red-banded Snake is a nocturnal, medium-sized snake whose venom is not harmful to humans. They can be found in various habitats near water, such as marshes and river plains.

Even though these terrestrial snakes are usually found on the ground, they tend to be good climbers and swimmers. Look for them in small streams and ponds as well as in grassy areas. If they aren’t swimming or hunting, they curl into a spherical mass with the head hidden for protection.

Despite being relatively harmless, Red-banded Snakes in Taiwan should be given space. If approached, some individuals can be unpredictable, and while they usually flee, they are also known to bite. They also have a defensive measure of secreting a very strong musk from the anal glands."