Brazilian Short-tail Coral Snake
Micrurus brasiliensis
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyElapidae (Elapid Snakes)
- GenusMicrurus (Coralsnakes)
- SpeciesMicrurus brasiliensis (Brazilian Short-tail Coral Snake)
About the Brazilian Short-tail Coral Snake
Micrurus brasiliensis, also known commonly as the Brazilian short-tailed coral snake, is a species of venomous snake in the family Elapidae. The species is endemic to Brazil. Micrurus brasiliensis may attain a total length (tail included) of 86.5 cm (34.1 in). The snout is white, and the white rings of the triads are as wide as or wider than the black rings.
Micrurus brasiliensis is found in the Brazilian states of Bahia, Goiás, Maranhão, Minas Gerais, and Tocantins. The preferred natural habitats of Micrurus brasiliensis are forest, savanna, and grassland with sandy soil, at elevations from sea level to 700 m (2,300 ft).
Micrurus brasiliensis is terrestrial. Micrurus brasiliensis preys upon amphisbaenians and snakes. Micrurus brasiliensis is oviparous. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Brazilian Short-tail Coral Snake in Chapada Diamantina National Park
LIVEiNaturalistGlobal Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chapada Diamantina National Park | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
More parks will be added in future updates.