Brown's Coralsnake
Micrurus browni
Micrurus browni, commonly known as Brown's coral snake, is a species of venomous snake in the family Elapidae. The species is native to Guatemala and southwestern Mexico. There are three recognized subspecies, including the nominate subspecies described here.
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Description
Brown's coral snake can grow to 100 cm (39 in) in total length (tail included), but it is usually 50 cm (20 in) to 70 cm (28 in). It has smooth dorsal scales, a rounded head, and the pupil of the eye is round. Its color pattern is three-colored: broad red rings, separated by 10–27 black rings, each black ring bordered by two narrow yellow rings. The snout is black. There is usually a yellow band, across the top of the head, halfway back.
Range & habitat
The geographic distribution of Micrurus browni is limited to Quintana Roo in southwestern Mexico, and western Guatemala, including Sacatepéquez. Previous reports for Honduras have been found to be incorrect.
Wikipedia: “Geographic range”
What it does
Although little is known about the behavior of Micrurus browni, like most other coral snakes it may be nocturnal, terrestrial and probably dwells in burrows, leaf litter, or under logs. While usually not aggressive, it will bite when molested or restrained.
Wikipedia: “Behavior”
Toxicity
Little is known about the effects of the venom of Micrurus browni. It may contain a neurotoxin, which can cause neuromuscular dysfunction, as is the case with the venom of other coral snakes.
Wikipedia: “Venom”
In human culture
The specific name, browni, is in honor of American scientific collector Wilmot W. Brown Jr.
Wikipedia: “Etymology”
Where it lives
Recorded sightings
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geo-referenced records in GBIF, from museums, herbaria and field observers.
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This page is assembled live from iNaturalist, GBIF, Wikipedia, the Source Library and the Internet Archive. It is not yet part of the hand-edited codex. iNaturalist taxon 30600.