Micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis
A species of Coral snakes Scientific name : Micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis Genus : Coral snakes
Micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis, A species of Coral snakes
Scientific name: Micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis
Genus: Coral snakes
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Description
Micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis is a species of coral snake that inhabits the ecological biomes of Colombia's Antioquia Department. This elusive creature is distinctively nocturnal, using the cover of darkness to hunt, predominantly feeding on small reptiles and amphibians. Alarmingly, when threatened, micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis adopts extraordinary defensive tactics, such as releasing a unique, offensive odour, and displaying bright warning colours to deter potential predators.
General Info
Lifespan
7-10 years
Diet
Micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis predominantly consumes other snake species, showcasing ophiophagy - the dietary preference for snakes. Deliberate in its hunting, it employs venom to immobilize and ingest its reptilian meal.
Appearance
The micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis is a moderately-sized, smooth-scaled snake with slender, elongate body shape. Its characteristic color pattern features a broad black band separating narrower bands of white and red in an unchanging sequence. Due to the lack of noticeable features such as horns, wings, or tails and absent distinctive differences between ages, genders, or subspecies, the micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis presents a uniform appearance across its population.
Behavior
Micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis is a nocturnal, solitary and primarily terrestrial species. It displays aggressive defensive commanding respect with deadly neurotoxic venom. Micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis does not actively hunt but waits for prey, reflecting its ambush predation behavior. It adopts a flattened body posture when threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Coral snakes Species
Micrurus dumerilii antioquiensis 
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