Philippine false coral snake

About the Philippine false coral snake

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Frequently asked: Philippine false coral snake

Is the Philippine false coral snake venomous?

Yes. The Philippine false coral snake (Hemibungarus gemianulis) is venomous and belongs to the Elapidae family (cobra, mamba, coral or sea snake). Its bite is considered high risk to people. Treat any bite as a medical emergency.

Is the Philippine false coral snake poisonous?

Snakes are venomous, not poisonous. "Poisonous" means harmful to eat or touch; "venomous" means injecting toxins through a bite. The Philippine false coral snake is venomous, delivering venom through a bite.

Is the Philippine false coral snake dangerous?

This is a venomous snake. Treat any bite as a medical emergency: stay calm, keep the bitten limb still and roughly level with the heart, remove rings and tight clothing, and get to emergency care immediately. Do not apply a tourniquet, cut the wound, apply ice, or try to suck out venom. Call your local emergency number or poison center.

Where does the Philippine false coral snake live?

The Philippine false coral snake has verified records in 1 country, including Philippines. See the distribution section below for its full range.

If you are bitten by the Philippine false coral snake

First-aid guidance adapted from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC NIOSH), Venomous Snakes. Educational only; always follow the instructions of emergency responders.

Where it is found

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Classification

How scientists group this snake, from the broadest category down to the exact species. Each step narrows to its closest relatives.

OrderThe broad group of scaled reptiles: all snakes and lizards

Squamata

FamilyA group of related snakes that share key traits

Elapidae

GenusA close-knit group of very similar species

Hemibungarus

SpeciesThis exact snake, named in the two-part scientific name

Hemibungarus gemianulis

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