On the occurrence of Ophiophagus elaps, the snake-eating Hamadryad in Singapore
This is a short note by N.B. Dennys on the occurrence of Ophiophagus elaps, the snake-eating Hamadryad, in Singapore, published in the first volume of the Journal of the Straits Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society in 1878 (pp. 99–105).
Summary
The document records the presence of Ophiophagus elaps in Singapore, a species of colubrid snake known for its diet of other snakes. The note appears in the inaugural volume of the JSBRAS, reflecting the early natural history interest of the Straits Branch in the fauna of the region.