Common Bridal Snake (Dryocalamus nympha) is a species of snake found in southern India and Sri Lanka. The yellow mark on the back of the head suggests a bridal veil. Characteristics: A small snake with a glossy black or dark brown colouration. Its colouration may be accompanied by a series of irregular white or grey stripes. Its ventral area is creamy yellow. This snake has considerably large eyes with vertical pupils which are adaptations for its nocturnal lifestyle. It has a rounded snout and an oval shaped flat head.