rat snake
US /ˈræt ˌsneɪk/
UK /ˈræt ˌsneɪk/
名詞
ネズミヘビ
a non-venomous snake of the genus Pantherophis, native to North America, that preys on rodents and birds.
例:
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The farmer was glad to see a rat snake in his barn, as it would help control the rodent population.
農夫は納屋にネズミヘビがいるのを見て喜んだ。それはげっ歯類の個体数を抑制するのに役立つからだ。
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Many species of rat snakes are excellent climbers and can often be found in trees.
多くの種類のネズミヘビは優れた木登り能力を持ち、しばしば木の上で見られる。