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Definition of yucatan coral snake

yucatan coral snake

Plural:Yucatan coral snakes
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yucatan coral snake Lexical Profile

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North American A highly venomous species of elapid snake native to the Yucatán Peninsula and surrounding areas of Mexico and Central America, characterized by distinctive rings of red, yellow, and black.

Example

"While exploring the dense forests of southern Mexico, the researchers were extremely careful to avoid the venomous Yucatan coral snake."

Word Origin & Etymology

Named for the Yucatán Peninsula, its primary geographic habitat, combined with 'coral snake', which refers to its bright, coral-like banding pattern.

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