Aspidelaps (Noun)
Meaning
African coral snakes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The aspidelaps is a genus of venomous snakes found in the southern parts of Africa, commonly known as coral snakes due to their bright color patterns.
- African coral snakes belonging to the genus aspidelaps are generally nocturnal and burrowing animals.
- In southern Africa, the aspidelaps is feared for its potent neurotoxin venom, which can cause respiratory failure in humans.
- Experts advise against handling any aspidelaps species due to their highly toxic venom and potential for deadly bites.
- Aspidelaps are relatively small snakes, usually growing to an average length of 1.5 meters, and are rarely encountered by humans in the wild.