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Definition of dahl whip snake

dahl whip snake

Plural:dahl whip snakes
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A slender, fast-moving, and harmless colubrid snake (Platyceps najadum) native to the Balkans, the Middle East, and the Caucasus region, characterized by a highly elongated body and distinct dark spots with pale borders directly behind its head.

Example

"While exploring the dry, rocky scrublands of Greece, the herpetologist managed to photograph a Dahl whip snake as it darted swiftly through the underbrush."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dahl whip snake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dahl-whip-snake
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