Brown treesnake crossing wires
By Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center
March 2023 (approx.)
Detailed Description
Example of a brown treesnake (Boiga irregularis) wrapped around two wires. This image is an example of how adult brown treesnakes can bridge power lines and cause power outages. The brown treesnake is an arboreal invasive species on Guam where researchers have discovered electrocuted snakes on power lines and at substations.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.
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