The bardick (Echiopsis curta) is a heavy-bodied, venomous snake with a short tail and a broad head, clearly distinct from the neck. The non-glossy scales range in colour from olive grey to reddish-brown, while white flecks may be scattered around the head and lips. Like all elapids, the bardick has fangs located towards the front of the jaw, which enable it to inject venom with a swift, deadly strike.