Safety note: Highly venomous; handle with extreme caution.
The Variable Coralsnake is a small, brightly colored snake known for its striking red, yellow, and black banding. A memorable fact is that it is highly venomous and should be treated with caution.
Habitat
Tropical forests and grasslands.
Diet
Other snakes and small vertebrates.
How common
Rare
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