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KING COBRA

KING COBRA

OPHIAPHAGUS HANNAH

The Selar Cobra is the largest venomous snake in the world. It can reach a length of up to 5.58 meters (18.3 ft.) although the normal size is around 2.5 meters (8 ft.) and can reach a weight of up to 10 kilograms (22 pounds). an expandable patch of skin and muscle on the back of the head, likely intended to make itself appear larger and more intimidating to predators. Lifespan up to 20 years, 4 – 7 meters long. Most dangerous snake in the world.

KING COBRA

OPHIAPHAGUS HANNAH

The Selar Cobra is the largest venomous snake in the world. It can reach a length of up to 5.58 meters (18.3 ft.) although the normal size is around 2.5 meters (8 ft.) and can reach a weight of up to 10 kilograms (22 pounds). an expandable patch of skin and muscle on the back of the head, likely intended to make itself appear larger and more intimidating to predators. Lifespan up to 20 years, 4 – 7 meters long. Most dangerous snake in the world.


Distribution:
South East Asia


Habitat:

Malaysian, Indian and Philippines Forest


Diet: 

Smaller snake, rat, bird