Cobra (King) in natural habitat
Vulnerable

Cobra (King)

Ophiophagus hannah

About

The king cobra is the longest venomous snake in the world. They are known for their distinctive hood and are capable of delivering a large quantity of highly potent venom in a single bite.

Habitat

Forests and grasslands of Southeast Asia

Diet

Carnivorous - primarily other snakes, lizards, and small mammals

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Fun Facts

  • King cobras can grow up to 18 feet (5.5 meters) in length.
  • They are the only snakes that build nests for their eggs.
  • King cobras can stand up and look a human in the eye when threatened.

Conservation

StatusVulnerable

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