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アカマタ

Meanings

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noun

Ryukyu odd-tooth snake

A species of snake (Dinodon semicarinatum) found in the Ryukyu Islands.

アカマタは琉りゅう球きゅう列れっ島とうに生せい息そくするヘビの一いっ種しゅです。
The Ryukyu odd-tooth snake is a species of snake that inhabits the Ryukyu Islands.

Etymology

The name likely derives from the snake's reddish coloration (赤, aka) and possibly a local term. Exact origin uncertain.