Species: Chrysopelea paradisi

Size: snout-vent length=83 cm, mass=63 g

Video recording type: High-speed, 125 frames per second

Playback rate: 24%

Description: C. paradisi J-loop takeoff, from the rear/below view

Additional comments: This sequence illustrates the sequence of dorsoventral flattening in C. paradisi, which begins anteriorly (near the head) and moves posteriorly (to the vent). The bulge that can be seen approximately 1/4 down the body is the heart, which does not flatten.

©1999–2003 Jake Socha. You may use this video footage for non-publishing purposes without permission (though I would appreciate an email). For any other use, please obtain permission from Jake Socha.