Search Dictionary
Definition of golden flying snake

golden flying snake

Plural:golden flying snakes
JUMP TO:

• noun

1

A mildly venomous, tree-dwelling snake (Chrysopelea ornata) native to South and Southeast Asia, characterized by its greenish-yellow scales with black crosshatching and its ability to glide long distances through the air between trees.

Example

"During our trek through the rainforests of Sri Lanka, the guide pointed out a golden flying snake launching itself from a high branch to glide safely to a neighboring canopy."

Word Nuance & Usage

Despite the term 'flying' in its common name, this snake does not achieve powered flight, but rather engages in controlled gliding by dramatically flattening its body.

• Nearby Words

golden
golden dojo loach
golden eagle
golden flying snake
golden hamster
golden jackal
golden lancehead

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Golden flying snake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/golden-flying-snake
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.