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Definition of tschudi false coral snake

tschudi false coral snake

Plural:Tschudi false coral snakes
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A species of mildly venomous, rear-fanged colubrid snake (Oxyrhopus melanogenys) native to northern South America, known for its superficial resemblance to highly venomous true coral snakes.

Example

"During our night hike in the Peruvian Amazon, the guide pointed out a Tschudi false coral snake navigating the damp leaf litter."

Word Nuance & Usage

Although often confused with true coral snakes due to its similar aposematic coloration (Batesian mimicry), this species is rear-fanged and generally not considered dangerous to humans.

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tschudi false coral snake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tschudi-false-coral-snake
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