Micrurus clarki facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Micrurus clarki |
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The Clark's coral snake, known scientifically as Micrurus clarki, is a type of snake that has venom. It belongs to a group of snakes called the Elapidae family. You can find this snake in parts of Central America and the northwestern areas of South America.
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What's in a Name?
The second part of this snake's scientific name, clarki, is a special way to honor someone. It was named after Dr. Herbert Charles Clark. He was a very important scientist who worked in Panama for many years. He directed a laboratory there from 1929 to 1954.
Where Does It Live?
The Clark's coral snake lives in a few different countries. You can find it in western Colombia, especially in the Valle del Cauca area. It also lives in Panama, particularly in a place called the Darién Gap. You might also see it in southeastern Costa Rica.
Where It Makes Its Home
This snake prefers to live in forests. It can be found in places that are low to the ground, or high up in the mountains. It lives at altitudes from about 2 meters (6.5 feet) up to 900 meters (about 2,950 feet) high.
How It Behaves
The Clark's coral snake is known for being fossorial. This means it likes to spend a lot of its time underground. It often lives in burrows or hides under things on the forest floor.
Reproduction
The Clark's coral snake is oviparous. This means that the female snake lays eggs. The baby snakes then hatch from these eggs.
See also
In Spanish: Micrurus clarki para niños
