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Definition of rainbow boa
rainbow boa
Plural:rainbow boas
• noun
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A non-venomous constrictor snake belonging to the genus Epicrates, native to the forests and woodlands of Central and South America, highly noted for its smooth scales that produce a striking, iridescent, multicolored sheen when exposed to light.
Example
"At the zoo's reptile exhibit, the children were completely captivated by the brilliant structural coloration of the Brazilian rainbow boa."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Rainbow boa. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/rainbow-boa