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Cobras
Cobras or elapids are a species of venomous snake that include both terrestrial snakes and sea snakes. Elapids can found in both the Indian and Pacific Oceans as well as in India, Africa, Asia, Australia and one species, the eastern coral snake (also known as the American cobra) is found in the United States. Questions about cobras can be directed here.
931 Questions
king cobras eat small animals like frogs and rats.
like sheep
Primarily other snakes.
A:It's preferred diet is mainly other venomous and non-venomous snakes but includes small reptiles, birds and amphibians as well.
General Information
King Cobra Scientific Classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Suborder: Serpentes
Family: Elapidae
Genus: Ophiophagus
Species: O. Hannah
The largest poisonous snake would be the King Cobra(Ophiophagus hanna), the Latinword Ophiophagus means "Snake-eater".The king cobras average size is 13-14 ft. (3.96-4.26m) weighing around 20 lbs (9 kg), they can reach a length of around 18.5ft (5.6388m) weighing over 40lbs. (18.1436kgs.) and lives in the Rainforest's and grasslands of Southeast Asia, India and China. Color is generally tan, olive-green or black with faint pale yellow cross bands, the females lay around 50 eggs, the king cobras are the only snakes who construct a nest for their hatchlings which they incubate and protect until they emerge in 60 to 80 days, the young are called Hatchlings and are about 1.5 ft. (50cm ) long at birth, the King cobra is very fast and agile with an average lifespan of about 20 years.
Although not the most toxic of poisonous snakes a king cobra can kill an elephant with one bite, the king cobra tracks by site and smell then kills it's prey by striking and injecting it with venom and swallowing it whole, it's preferred diet is mainly other venomous and non-venomous snakes but includes small reptiles, birds and amphibians as well. King Cobras are aggressive and will rear up to confront the intruder where most other cobras will slither away and hide. The only predators are the mongoose and man.
no bobcats typically would stay away from king cobras if they ever say one. bobcats probably wold never come into contact with king cobras because they don't live in the same region. the bobcat would more likely get bitten and die first
Where did the word cobra come from?
From Port. cobra (de capello) "serpent (of the hood)," from L. colubra "a snake," of uncertain origin. The word came to Eng. via Portuguese colonies in India, where the native name is nag.
What is nagamani does it exist?
Nagamani is a myth. Many people have fallen prey to such fake claims. It is said to be a "cobra pearl." See the link listed below:
Just like other myths that Aliens exists, Jesus was reborn on Good Friday, Time travel is possible and Universe has many layers. But these beliefs are supported by scientific THEORIES or ancient texts. Because their existence cannot be supported by verifiable proofs that are 100% facts. So its up to individuals if they want to follow their faith or deny the existence which they cannot see.
The difference between mambas and cobras?
what is the difference between the green mamba and the cobra
How long do king cobras hibernate?
King cobras only live wild in the tropics and subtropics, so they have no need to hibernate at all, and thus they don't.
How long are the cobras fangs?
This is entirely dependent on the size and species of cobra but they are actually quite short in comparison to a viper.
What the difference between black racers and king cobra?
The black mamba and the king cobra are actually quiet different, but they are both part of the reptile coven. The black mamba is quiet deadly and so is the king cobra. The black mamba with its venom two drops of it can kill a person. The king cobra can inject its venom into its prey and squeeze.
What is the longest venomus snake?
The longest venomous snake in the world is the King Cobra, with one specimen reaching over 18.5 feet long.
The appropriate word to use is "venomous", not "poisonous", because venom refers to a toxin that is injected by the animal, whereas poisonous animals are those who spread their toxin by being ingested or through contact with the skin.
Are cobra jets sold in stores?
Cobra jets are not sold in stores because they monitor who can buy them. They are only sold to large corporations and companies that are professionally recognized.
same shape as other snakes except when they seek danger the unfold their hood that is shape like two ovals each side of the snake
Is the black momba the same as the king cobra?
No they are verydifferent. The Black Momba has a more potent venom.
