venomoid

English

Etymology

From venom +‎ -oid.

Noun

venomoid (plural venomoids)

1. A venomous snake that has undergone a surgical procedure to remove or inhibit the production of snake venom.
   • 2012, Scott Eipper, A Guide to Australian Snakes in Captivity—Colubrids and Elapids:

     There are a number of issues to consider when it comes to venomoids, including the welfare of the snakes themselves, their offspring and whether they are really safe to handle.