Multiple choice

When tail is cylindrical and ventral scales do not extend the entire width of belly, the snake is

  1. definitely poisonous

  2. can be poisonous or non-poisonous

  3. non-poisonous

  4. Deadly poisonous

  5. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

In snake taxonomy, non-venomous snakes typically have cylindrical tails and ventral scales that do not extend across the entire belly width. This morphological characteristic is used as a preliminary field identification feature. However, this is a general guideline - exceptions exist, and expert examination of other features (head shape, eye pupils, scale arrangement) is needed for definitive identification.

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