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Definition of southern death adder
southern death adder
Plural:southern death adders
• noun
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Australian A highly venomous snake native to southern and eastern Australia, characterized by its stout body, distinctive triangular head, and a worm-like tail tip used to ambush and lure prey.
Example
"The southern death adder is a master of camouflage, partially burying itself in leaf litter while wiggling its tail to attract unsuspecting frogs and lizards."
Word Nuance & Usage
Despite its common name and viper-like appearance (broad triangular head and stout body), the southern death adder is actually a member of the Elapidae family (related to cobras) rather than a true viper or adder.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Southern death adder. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/southern-death-adder