Masticophis
- noun
- /ˈmæstɪˌkoʊfɪs/
- Specialized
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Masticophis
- Several species within the Masticophis genus are known for their remarkable speed and agility.
Examples
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The coachwhip, a member of the Masticophis group, is found throughout the southern United States.
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Biologists studied the diet of Masticophis to understand their ecological role.
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The Masticophis is known for its speed.
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In the wild, a Masticophis can reach impressive lengths.
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Biologists studied the diet of Masticophis to understand their ecological role.
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Several species within the Masticophis genus are known for their remarkable speed and agility.
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The coachwhip, a member of the Masticophis group, is found throughout the southern United States.
Synonyms
A group of thin, fast snakes like whips found in the Americas
A small fast snake with a long thin tail that moves like a whip
A small fast snake with a long thin tail
A small fast snake with a long thin body and tail
Compounds
- Specialized
A fast, slender snake from the southwestern United States that lives on the ground and in trees
- Specialized
A long thin fast snake that lives on dry rocky hills in western North America
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Masticophis comes from Greek parts mastix ('whip') and -ophis ('snake'). So the name means 'whip-snake' and fits these long, fast snakes that move like a cracking whip.
