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Definition of twig snake

twig snake

Plural:twig snakes
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twig snake Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A highly venomous, exceptionally slender arboreal snake of the genus Thelotornis, native to sub-Saharan Africa, known for its cryptic coloration that perfectly mimics a thin branch or vine.

Example

"The twig snake remained motionless in the canopy for hours, waiting in ambush for an unwary lizard to pass by."

Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'twig' and 'snake', directly referencing the animal's highly effective camouflage, which mimics the slender appearance and coloration of a dead tree branch.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Twig snake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/twig snake
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