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Definition of tree boa
tree boa
Plural:tree boas
• noun
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Any of several non-venomous, constricting snakes of the family Boidae that are highly adapted to an arboreal lifestyle, primarily found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Example
"The emerald tree boa is renowned for its vibrant green scales and its habit of resting tightly coiled over a branch."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tree boa. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tree%20boa