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oxybelis

/ˌɒk.sɪˈbɛl.ɪs/

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noun

/ˌɒk.sɪˈbɛl.ɪs/C2formalscientific
  • ruИмя собственное, обозначающее род стройных древесных змей, широко известных как виноградные змеи, обитающих в Америке.

A proper noun referring to a genus of slender, arboreal snakes commonly known as vine snakes, found in the Americas.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C2formalscientific

    A genus of slender, arboreal snakes commonly known as vine snakes, found in the Americas.

    ruВиноградные змеи

    • Oxybelis snakes are known for their extremely elongated bodies and pointed heads.
    • The Oxybelis aeneus, or brown vine snake, is often found in tropical forests.
    • These snakes use their excellent camouflage to ambush prey from branches.

    Synonymsvine snake