genus Calliophis

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Definition
  1. Noun (Proper):
    • A taxonomic genus of venomous snakes: "Genus Calliophis" refers to a specific biological classification (genus) within the reptile family Elapidae. This genus comprises a group of species commonly known as Asian coral snakes.
Usage Notes
  • This term is used exclusively in scientific and zoological contexts. It is always capitalized as it is a proper noun denoting a taxonomic rank.
  • It is typically used with a singular verb when referring to the genus as a single taxonomic unit (e.g., "The genus Calliophis is distributed across Asia.").
Examples
  • Scientific Context:
    • The genus Calliophis includes several brightly colored, venomous species.
    • Researchers are studying the venom composition of snakes in the genus Calliophis.
Advanced Usage
  • In Taxonomic Hierarchy: The term is used to specify a level of biological classification.
    • The family Elapidae contains the genus Calliophis, among others like Naja (cobras) and Bungarus (kraits).
Variants and Related Words
  • Calliophis: Often used alone as a shorthand for the full genus name in technical writing.
    • The Calliophis specimen was collected in Thailand.
  • Asian coral snakes: The common name for snakes belonging to this genus.
    • Asian coral snakes, genus Calliophis, are distinct from their New World counterparts.
Synonyms
  • Calliophis (when used as the genus name).
  • Asian coral snake genus (descriptive synonym).
Related Terms (Not Synonyms)
  • Elapidae: The biological family to which this genus belongs.
  • Coral snake: A broader common name for snakes in several genera with similar banded patterns, including , , and New World genera like .
Noun
  1. Asian coral snakes

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