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Calliophis

Calliophis

9.9
A small very poisonous Asian snake with bright colors
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Researchers discovered a new species of Calliophis in the forests of India.

Examples

  • The Calliophis genus includes some of the most brightly colored snakes in Asia.

  • Calliophis species are highly venomous and must be handled with extreme caution by herpetologists.

  • The Calliophis is known for its vibrant colors.

  • Have you ever seen a Calliophis in the wild?

  • Calliophis snakes are recognized for their striking colors and potent venom.

  • In Southeast Asia, a Calliophis can be found slithering through the underbrush.

  • Herpetologists study Calliophis species due to their unique coloring and toxicity.

Synonyms

Callophis
vsCalliophis
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small brightly colored venomous snakes from Asia

is the identical genus name but spelled differently
Asian coral snake
vsCalliophis
  • Indian
8.9

A venomous snake with bright red, yellow, and black bands that lives in Asia

is the genus term covering small brightly colored venomous species

Surface Forms

Calliophis singular
Calliophises plural

Etymology

Calliophis comes from Greek parts kalli- meaning 'beautiful' (as in calligraphy) and -ophis meaning 'snake'. So the name means 'beautiful snake', which fits these small Asian coral snakes with bright colors.