Texas coral snake
A species of Coral snakes, Also known as Texas Coralsnake Scientific name : Micrurus tener Genus : Coral snakes
Texas coral snake, A species of Coral snakes
Also known as:
Texas Coralsnake
Scientific name: Micrurus tener
Genus: Coral snakes
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Description
Micrurus tener is a species of venomous elapid snake. It is a relatively common and widespread snake found in the Southern United States and northeastern and central Mexico. There are four subspecies; the nominal subspecies found in both the US and Mexico is commonly known as the Texas coral snake.
General Info
Lifespan
7-20 years
Diet
Texas coral snake is a carnivorous species primarily subsisting on a diet of other small reptiles. It particularly favors feeding on snakes and lizards, employing venomous bites to subdue its prey.
Appearance
Texas coral snake is a slender and small snake, reaching up to 90 centimeters. Its scales are smooth and highly venomous. Predominantly black, it's adorned with a variable pattern of single or paired red bands, bordered by black or yellow. Its black tail tapers to a sharp point. There is almost no sexual dimorphism, and no significant differences with age or subspecies. Deceptively delicate-looking, its physical beauty belies high toxicity.
Behavior
Texas coral snake is a primarily solitary and venomous species that displays diurnal foraging behavior. This species, while generally reticent, exhibits a unique defense mechanism of colorful, aposematic displays. Its survival largely depends on this effective deterrent against potential predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Coral snakes Species
Texas coral snake 
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