20 Crazy King Cobra Facts - Fact Animal

Hannah our Malaysian King Cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) having a drink. Kings are just full of attitude, but I would never call a snake aggressive. This is defensive, and nobody doesn't better. Intimidation is a very clever tactic to have the animal kingdom. | Reptile Garden

Unseen Wild Nature on Instagram: "King Cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) 🐍 The king cobra is the longest venomous snake in the world, capable of growing up to 5.5 meters (18 feet) in length. Unlike most cobras, it primarily feeds on other snakes, which is why its scientific name Ophiophagus literally means “snake eater.” Found mainly in India, Southeast Asia, and southern China, the king cobra inhabits dense forests, mangroves, bamboo thickets, and areas near water. Its venom is extremely powerful and