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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
How did the king cobra get its name?
King Cobra (Ophiophagus hanna), the Latin word Ophiophagus means"Snake-eater".
General Information
King Cobra Scientific Cassification
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 Latin wordOphiophagus 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 in a constructed nest where they will guard and incubate them faithfully for 60 to 80 days, the young are called Hatchlings and 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.
Very. They use thier colors to blend in to the natural environment.
Does king cobra snakes eat bats?
Yes they do ! Some pythons inhabit caves that are used by bats - they wait until the bats fly in and out of the cave, then pluck them from the air as they fly past.
The average speed of a king cobra is between 8 and 10 miles an hour. This number only applies to how fast they move on land. There is no average for how fast they swim, but they are known as very adept swimmers.
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.).
General Information
King Cobra Scientific Cassification
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.
Anywhere from 6-15 feet.
What is the king cobras biome?
A King cobra is an important part of the cycle of life. It consumes rodents so they do not become overpopulated. It also eats lizards and eggs. The mongoose is a natural predator of the King cobra.
How does a King cobra defend itself?
A king cobra defends itself by lifting up 6 feet, more or less, of its body, putting up its hood, and hissing, a rather frightening hiss. This is what king cobras do when they are frightened to scare of the warn the cause of the fright not to come any closer, or they'll attack.
What does the cobra symbolize?
A cobra, snake, or serpent is generally, but not always, used to symbolize temptation into sin just as when the serpent tempted Eve into sinning. Also, it can be used to symbolize something very sneaky, bad, and dangerous. That's why when a person is called a snake in the grass, it means something bad about that person. The word snake, is used to imply that a person is bad. This is used in many different countries and different cultures around the world. So, in conclusion, a person who has a cobra tattoo either likes cobras or in most cases is trying to give a message to everyone that he or she is a bad ass, so back off! Finally, a cobra is really just one of God's creatures, but, throughout the ages it has gotten a bad reputation and that's why the modern view of it is something that is bad.
AnswerThe King Cobra is a sacred symbol in many cultures. The Cobra and snake in general was the force that gave man his divine spark. Shakti is the name of the female energy coiled up at the base of the spine(snake.) Snake equals transformation, fire, magic, and wisdom. It was the snake who guided Eve to eat the apple, which in turn freed her from the sleep and she awoke to consciousness. The Cobra is a graceful animal and appears always to carry an air of dignity and nobility. The physical charisma with which it is endowed is without doubt also one of the reasons why it, among all snakes, was chosen by the Nagas (an ethnic group living in Nagaland and Manipur state in the northeastern part of India) to be their totem. The most famous use of cobra symbolism is that of the royal Egyptian uraeus, worn at the forehead of the pharaoh to represent sovereignty, knowledge, life, and youth.Also the cobra represented the sign of protection in Ancient egypt, the first answer is a matter of opinion stating the the cobra means sin and temptation or wanting to be sneaky.......ha....hogwash
Does a peacock eat a king cobra?
No. Harpy eagles are found in Central America down to South America. King cobras are found southeastern Asia. Two entirely different locations, so obviously not possible for a harpy to eat one, let alone even know what a king cobra is.
I do belive it is Carnivora. Correct me if I am wrong. THANKIES!!! :) NOPE!!! I was wrong! It is Reptilia! (Kudos to my cousin,Kate.) Family:Elapidae Order:Squamata Length:Up to 19 feet Life span:Up to 20 years Habitat:Forests and lakes Residency:India and Southeast Asia DOES THAT ANSWER YOU'RE QUESTION!!!!?????
How much venom does a cobra have in one bite?
It depends on many factors - such as the potency of the venom (different species have different levels of toxicity) and the health of each 'victim'
King cobras live in Asia, Africa, and Australia.
== == Any kind of snake lives in holes that they take because they cant make holes themselves. They burrow because the cold soil protects them against the elements and other predators.
In Asia but mostly in the southeast.
They live in trees and big bushes. It also depends on what kind of cobra, spitting, king, something else... but Africa or some place close to there.
mostly every where except islands like, Ireland, and New Zeland
Asia but mostly in the southeast
south africa
They typically live in Africa, Australia and Southern Asia
Countries with Cobras:
Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Namibia, Angola, Benin, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Namibia, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Republic of the Sudan, Tanzania, Somalia, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa
Chad, Niger, Republic of the Sudan, Afghanistan, India, Iran, Pakistan, Egypt,Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines .
The different species of cobra live in habitats ranging from tropical rain forests and swamps to savannas and deserts. Because many cobra species prey on small rodents, the snakes may hunt or live in areas around human settlements or in fields where crops grow-both places where rodents thrive.
Fangs that are able to injects a large amount of venom into you system. The Cobra's venom is largely neurotoxic, i e attacking the victim's central nervous system, quickly causing severe pain, blurred vision, vertigo, drowsiness, and paralysis. Within two minutes, cardiovascular collapse occurs, leading to coma then Death due to respiratory failure
Value of my .357 colt king cobra revolver?
The Colt King Cobra .357 is no longer in production. A King Cobra in excellent conditon could be worth as much as $1,500 depending on availibility in any given area.
It depends on the kind of snake.
For a cobra a muscle surrounds their venom glands so that when the snake bites, the muscle presses on the glands which forces the venom down the fang and out the tip.
I'd assume it's similar for all snakes.
Is there any animal that won't die from the king cobra bite?
well i think maybe the elephant?im not sur, lol but the mongoose does hunt the cobra....im not the best in animalology
What type of symmetry does a king cobra have?
Yes, they do. They are made up almost completely of a ribcage. Their head, however, is the only part that isn't in that structure. So, recap. They have their head and then their entire remaining skeleton is ribcage. Hope I could be of help.
What countries in Europe have cobras?
None,that I am aware of,however,as Morocco has them,and Spain is a short distance away(just a few miles across the strait of gibralter),I have often wondered why no cobras have swam accross to southern Spain. Amazing if they haven't,especially since they are occasionally seen swimming in the mediterranean sea. For that matter,I am surprised they haven't found their way to Italy or Greece. Maybe someone else could provide some insight into this mystery.
The only predators are the mongoose and man.
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.
How does the king cobra digest its food?
Their teeth aren't really suited to slicing (it would be kind of like trying to cut your meat by stabbing it with a fork), and they have problems using knives, so it's basically either that or starve to death.
What is a common name for cobra?
King Cobra (Ophiophagus hanna), the Latin word Ophiophagus means"Snake-eater".
General Information
King Cobra Scientific Cassification
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 Latin wordOphiophagus 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 in a constructed nest where they will guard and incubate them faithfully for 60 to 80 days, the young are called Hatchlings and 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.
