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Definition of mozambique spitting cobra

mozambique spitting cobra

Plural:Mozambique spitting cobras
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mozambique spitting cobra Lexical Profile

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A highly venomous snake (Naja mossambica) native to the savannas and tropical regions of sub-Saharan Africa, recognized by its ability to accurately project venom into the eyes of attackers as a defense mechanism.

Example

"When cornered by a predator, the Mozambique spitting cobra rears up and can spray venom accurately over a distance of up to two meters."

Word Origin & Etymology

Named after the country of Mozambique, a significant part of its native range, combined with 'spitting cobra' to describe its primary defensive mechanism of projecting venom.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mozambique spitting cobra. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mozambique spitting cobra
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