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Definition of spiny bush viper
spiny bush viper
Plural:spiny bush vipers
spiny bush viper Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A small, venomous species of viper endemic to the rainforests of Central Africa, characterized by its highly keeled, bristly dorsal scales and prehensile tail used for climbing.
Example
"The spiny bush viper uses its prehensile tail to anchor itself to branches while waiting in ambush for passing prey."
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Word Origin & Etymology
The common name derives from the snake's heavily keeled dorsal scales, which give it a bristly or 'spiny' appearance, and its natural habitat in the bushes and low foliage of Central Africa.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Spiny bush viper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/spiny bush viper