genus cerastes

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Noun genus cerastes has 1 sense

genus Cerastes, Aspis, genus Aspis - horned vipers
--₁ is a kind of reptile genus
--₁ is a member of Viperidae, family Viperidae
--₁ has members:
horned viper, cerastes, sand viper, horned asp, Cerastes cornutus

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Genus Cerastes

Description:

The Genus Cerastes refers to a group of venomous snakes commonly known as sand vipers or horned vipers. This genus is characterized by their unique horn-like scales above their eyes.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A genus of venomous snakes, belonging to the family Viperidae.

Example: The genus Cerastes includes species like the Sahara sand viper and the Arabian horned viper.

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