Definition

1. Noun:
   • A large, highly venomous snake species native to northeastern Australia and southern New Guinea: Oxyuranus scutellatus is the scientific name for the coastal taipan, a species of elapid snake known for its potent venom, large size, and speed.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Oxyuranus scutellatus is considered one of the world's most dangerous land snakes.
  • Researchers are studying the venom of Oxyuranus scutellatus for potential medical applications.

Advanced Usage

• In scientific and zoological contexts: The term is used formally to specify this particular species within the genus .
  • The genus Oxyuranus contains two species: Oxyuranus scutellatus and Oxyuranus microlepidotus.

Variants and Related Words

• Coastal taipan (n): The common name for .
  • The coastal taipan is the common name for Oxyuranus scutellatus.
• Taipan (n): A general term for snakes in the genus , which includes the coastal taipan and the inland taipan.
  • All taipans are highly venomous.

Synonyms

• Coastal taipan: The primary common name.
• Common taipan: An alternative common name.

Related Phrases

• Taipan venom: Refers specifically to the toxic secretion of this snake.
  • Taipan venom contains potent neurotoxins.

Noun

1. large highly venomous snake of northeastern Australia