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Japanese Coral Snake (Sinomicrurus japonicus)

Japanese Coral Snake

Sinomicrurus japonicus

NT Near Threatened

Close to qualifying as threatened

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Japanese Coral Snake

Sinomicrurus japonicus, the Japanese coral snake, is a species of snake of the family Elapidae.

Key Facts

  • Near threatened - close to being at risk.
  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Japanese Coral Snake?

The scientific name of the Japanese Coral Snake is Sinomicrurus japonicus.

Is the Japanese Coral Snake endangered?

The Japanese Coral Snake is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

How many Japanese Coral Snake sightings have been recorded?

27 observations of the Japanese Coral Snake have been recorded on iNaturalist.

27 observations on iNaturalist
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