- Cobra | Venomous Snake Species Characteristics | Britannica
Cobra, any of various species of highly venomous snakes, most of which expand the neck ribs to form a hood Cobras are found from southern Africa through southern Asia to islands of Southeast Asia
- Cobra - Wikipedia
Cobra is the common name of various venomous snakes, most of which belong to the genus Naja [1] Many cobras are capable of rearing upwards and producing a hood when threatened [a]
- Cobras Animal Facts - A-Z Animals
Cobras are highly venomous snakes that inhabit various habitats in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia Many can spit venom accurately from several feet away and spread the skin around their heads and necks into a hood to appear larger They create hoods by flattening their ribs and stretching out the skin
- Cobra - New World Encyclopedia
The most common cobra is the Indian cobra or spectacled cobra Naja naja, native to the Indian subcontinent and associated with snake charming there The black cobra, found in Pakistan and North India, is commonly considered to be a sub-species
- Cobra - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
African cobra species are primarily found in sub‑Saharan Africa, while Asian cobras are prevalent throughout India, Southeast Asia, and parts of China Different species have varying preferences
- Understanding Cobras: A Closer Look at These Fascinating Snakes
The cobra family is diverse, with 38 recognized species spread across the continents of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East Each species has unique adaptations and characteristics that make it well-suited to its particular environment
- Cobra Snakes Facts and Information - Reptiles Cove
The most venomous species of cobra in the world and is mostly found in Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Kyrgystan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan The untreated mortality rate of this snake is 70 to 75 percent
- 15 Types of Cobras From Around the World! (2026) - Bird Watching HQ
The Cape Cobra is found along savannas, shrublands, and deserts in Africa Although it’s mostly a terrestrial snake that hunts on land, this venomous species is surprisingly agile near water or atop trees Be extra careful if you find yourself within Cape Cobra territory
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