Crossword clue
“Reptile known for its distinct color bands”
This clue appeared as 28-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, September 12, 2025. The answer has 10 letters.
Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance
CORALSNAKELetters10
Starts withC
Ends withE
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Reptile known for its distinct color bands” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 12, 2025 as 28-Down. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with C and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Reptile known for its distinct color bands” clue?+
The answer is CORALSNAKE (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 12, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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