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Definition of oriental rat snake

oriental rat snake

Plural:oriental rat snakes
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A large, fast-moving, and non-venomous colubrid snake native to South and Southeast Asia, characterized by its slender body, large eyes, and significant role in agricultural pest control by preying on rodents.

Example

"Farmers often tolerate the presence of the Oriental rat snake in their fields because it is highly effective at hunting mice and crop-destroying pests."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Oriental rat snake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/oriental-rat-snake
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