The wolf snake that eluded scientists for a decade: New species is discovered in Cambodian mountain range Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2653904/The-wolf-snake-eluded-scientists-decade-New-species-discovered-Cambodias-mysterious-mountain-range.html#ixzz34jd3T3m8 Follow us: @MailOnline on Twitter | DailyMail on Facebook

The dense forests of Cambodia’s Cardamom Mountains are home to countless strange and wonderful creatures.

The latest to be discovered is a new species of wolf snake, so-called because of its powerful, backwards-facing fangs.

Named Lycodon zoosvictoriae, scientists believe the snake's unusual colours have helped it remain hidden, despite a decade-long research effort to find new species in the area.

The 'Lycodon zoosvictoriae' snake was found in the Cardamom Mountains of Cambodia. Scientists believe its unusual colours have helped

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