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Definition of mexican black kingsnake
mexican black kingsnake
Plural:Mexican black kingsnakes
mexican black kingsnake Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
North American A non-venomous colubrid snake subspecies (Lampropeltis getula nigrita) native to the Sonoran Desert in northwestern Mexico and Arizona, characterized by its shiny, entirely black scales and its ability to prey on other snakes, including venomous rattlesnakes.
Example
"The Mexican black kingsnake is highly sought after by reptile keepers due to its striking, solid black appearance and generally docile temperament."
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Word Origin & Etymology
The name directly reflects its geographic native range (Mexico), its distinctive solid black coloration, and its classification as a 'kingsnake'—a designation given to snakes that routinely prey upon other snakes, including venomous species.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mexican black kingsnake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mexican black kingsnake