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Cobras are a diverse group of venomous snakes belonging primarily to the family Elapidae. They are known for their ability to expand their neck ribs, forming a distinctive hood that serves as a threat display when disturbed. Found across southern Africa and parts of Asia, cobras include the king cobra, the longest venomous snake, reaching lengths of up to 5.6 m (18.5 ft). Despite the risks they pose, cobras play vital roles in their ecosystems and hold significant cultural importance in many regions. Their fascinating behavior and beauty make them a favorite among snake charmers.
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ENDANGERED SPECIES: COBRA Cobra is any of various species of venomous snakes usually belonging to the family Elapidae, most of which can expand their neck ribs to form a widened hood. Not all snakes commonly referred to as cobras are of the same genus, or even of the same family. The name is short for cobra capo or capa Snake, which is Portuguese for "snake with hood", or "hood-snake". When disturbed, most of these snakes can rear up and spread their necks (or hoods) in a characteristic threat display. A favorite of snake charmers, cobras are found from southern Africa, through southern Asia, to some of the islands of Southeast Asia.
The king cobra (Ophiophagushannah) is the world's longest venomous snake, with a length up to 5.6 m (18.5 ft).[1] This species, which preys chiefly on other snakes, is found predominantly in forests from India through Southeast Asia to Indonesia and the Philippines. Despite the word "cobra" in its name, this snake is not a member of Naja ("true cobras") but belongs to its own genus. The king cobra is considered to be a very dangerous snake.[2][3][4] It has cultural significance as well.[5]
