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Definition of malagasy giant hognose snake

malagasy giant hognose snake

Plural:Malagasy giant hognose snakes
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malagasy giant hognose snake Lexical Profile

• noun

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A large, mildly venomous, rear-fanged snake native to the island of Madagascar, distinguished by its prominent, upturned snout used for excavating eggs and small prey from sandy soil.

Example

"The Malagasy giant hognose snake is known to use its specialized snout to dig up lizard eggs hidden in the loose earth."

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from its native habitat in Madagascar ('Malagasy'), its exceptionally large size compared to other hognose snakes, and its distinctive upturned snout resembling that of a hog.

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