harlequin-snake
US /ˈhɑːrlɪkwɪnˌsneɪk/
UK /ˈhɑːrlɪkwɪnˌsneɪk/
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a venomous snake of the genus Micrurus, typically brightly colored with bands of red, black, and yellow, found in the Americas.
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The vibrant colors of the harlequin-snake serve as a warning to predators.
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Identifying a true harlequin-snake from its mimics can be challenging.