What is "epicrates"

Epicrates is a genus of non-venomous boas found in South America, Central America and the West Indies. Ten species are currently recognized.

Epicrates may refer to:

• Epicrates of Ambracia, an ancient Greek and Middle Comedy playwright
• Epicrates of Athens, an ancient Athenian involved in political affairs
• Epicrates (genus), a group of boas (snakes)