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Definition of black desert cobra
black desert cobra
Plural:black desert cobras
• noun
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A highly venomous, strictly nocturnal elapid snake native to the deserts and arid regions of the Middle East, characterized by its uniform glossy black scales.
Example
"During the nocturnal survey in the Negev desert, the herpetologists observed a black desert cobra actively hunting for toads."
Word Nuance & Usage
Despite its common name, the black desert cobra is not a true cobra belonging to the genus Naja, though it is a highly venomous member of the same family (Elapidae).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Black desert cobra. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/black%20desert%20cobra