Colubrids

/ˈkɑːljuːbrɪdz/ noun

Definition

Plural of colubrid; multiple snakes from the family Colubridae.

Etymology

Simple English plural of 'colubrid,' formed by adding '-s.' The base term derives from Latin 'coluber' (snake) + '-idae' + '-id' for individual members.

Kelly Says

When scientists talk about 'colubrids,' they're discussing the most abundant snakes on most continents—yet this taxonomic term remains almost unknown outside biology classrooms, even though colubrids are probably living in your neighborhood.

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