Calliophis bivirgatus is a species of snake in the family Elapidae known commonly as the blue coral snake [1] or blue Malayan coral snake. [2] [3] It is native to Southeast Asia. [1]

The Malayan blue coral snake, Calliophis bivirgata flaviceps, is a medically important venomous snake in Southeast Asia. However, the complexity and diversity of its venom genes remain little explored. To address this, we applied high-throughput ...

Sep 24, 2021 · The venom gland transcriptome of C. bivirgata flaviceps from Malaysia was de novo assembled and annotated. The diversity and expression profile of toxin genes provide insights into the biological and medical importance of the species.

Typically this snake is encountered crossing forest trails. It is instantly recognisable by its red head, tail and belly. The dorsal surface is dark blue to black, and most populations have a broad blue stripe on each flank. Care should be taken not to mistake this species for the Pink-headed Reed Snake Calamaria schlegeli, however.

Toxicologists in Malaysia published the first report on the venom proteome correlating toxic functionalities of the Malayan blue coral snake, an exotic species from the country. The toxins are...

Sep 5, 2016 · Toxicologists in Malaysia published the first report on the venom proteome correlating toxic functionalities of the Malayan blue coral snake, an exotic species from the country. The toxins are unique among snakes and have deep implication on antivenom production and drug discovery.

Background: The Malayan blue coral snake, Calliophis bivirgata flaviceps, is a medically important venomous snake in Southeast Asia. However, the complexity and diversity of its venom genes remain little explored.

They also are very similar to another venomous snake, the red-headed krait (Bungarus flaviceps). This terrestrial snake occurs in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Burma. It lives at 100 to 1100 m in elevation. There are three subspecies: Blue coral snake venom has only occasionally caused human deaths.Tan, C. H., et al. (2015).

Native to parts of Southeast Asia, Calliophis bivirgatus flaviceps is a subspecies of the highly recognized Calliophis bivirgatus. The Twin-Striped Blue Snake has adapted well to its environment, showcasing distinctive traits that help it thrive in various habitats.

Jan 30, 2016 · The venom proteome of the Malayan blue coral snake, Calliophis bivirgata flaviceps from west Malaysia was investigated by 1D-SDS-PAGE and shotgun-LCMS/MS. A total of 23 proteins belonging to 11 protein families were detected from the venom proteome.