Eastern coral snake
A species of Coral snakes, Also known as American cobra, Coral adder, Florida coral snake, North american coral snake, Eastern Coralsnake Scientific name : Micrurus fulvius Genus : Coral snakes
Eastern coral snake, A species of Coral snakes
Also known as:
American cobra, Coral adder, Florida coral snake, North american coral snake, Eastern Coralsnake
Scientific name: Micrurus fulvius
Genus: Coral snakes
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Description General Info
Description
Micrurus fulvius, the Eastern coral snake, common coral snake, American cobra, or more, is a species of venomous elapid snake endemic to the southeastern United States. It should not be confused with the scarlet snake (Cemophora coccinea) or scarlet kingsnake (Lampropeltis elapsoides), which are harmless mimics. No subspecies are currently recognized.
General Info
Lifespan
7-12 years
Diet
Eastern coral snake primarily feeds on other snakes, making it ophiophagous. Particular prey includes small nonvenomous snakes and occasionally, fellow venomous species. Its diet reflects its specialist predator status.
Appearance
Eastern coral snake is a thin-bodied snake with smooth, glossy scales. It measures up to 1.5 meters long and exhibits a bright, distinct pattern: alternating rings of black, red and yellow. While both genders share the same appearance, juveniles are brighter in color. This species does not have any outstanding features like wings or horns but is easily recognizable by its coloration and narrow-shaped head.
Behavior
Eastern coral snake is a solitary and strictly nocturnal species, primarily known for its lethal venomous bite used mainly for predation, rather than defensive purposes. Its low activity level hides a very effective hunting strategy; it waits in burrows or under leaf litter for prey. Unlike other snake species, eastern coral snake does not constrict its prey but relies solely on its potent neurotoxic venom.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Coral snakes Species
Eastern coral snake 
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