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Definition of russell's viper

russell's viper

Plural:Russell's vipers
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A highly venomous snake (Daboia russelii) native to the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia, distinguished by a distinct chain-like pattern of dark oval spots on its back and responsible for a significant proportion of severe snakebite incidents in its range.

Example

"The herpetologist explained that the Russell's viper is one of the most medically significant snakes in South Asia due to its potent venom and proximity to agricultural areas."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Russell's viper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/russell's%20viper
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