Dorsal colouration is shiny dark lilac, laterally and ventrally paler lilac with a strong pinkish tinge. The head is paler than the body. The chin, throat and the first few primary annuli have  substantial pale blotches.
Dorsal coloration is glossy dark lilac, laterally and ventrally paler lilac with a strong pinkish hue. The head is lighter than the body. The chin, throat, and the first few primary rings have substantial pale patches.