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Definition of savanna vine snake
savanna vine snake
Plural:savanna vine snakes
savanna vine snake Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A highly venomous, slender, and arboreal snake (Thelotornis capensis) native to the savannas and coastal forests of southern and eastern Africa, known for its cryptic coloration that closely mimics a twig or vine.
Example
"The savanna vine snake relies on its incredible camouflage to ambush chameleons and small birds in the tree canopy without being detected."
Word Origin & Etymology
A descriptive common name reflecting its primary habitat in African savannas and its slender, arboreal form that closely resembles a vine or twig.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Savanna vine snake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/savanna vine snake