Snake Record Holders: Longest, Fastest, Heaviest

The King Cobra is the longest venomous snake, reaching 5.5 meters, and the only snake that builds a nest for its eggs. The Black Mamba is the fastest, moving up to 20 km/h across open ground, and grows past 4 meters. The Reticulated Python claims the longest snake title overall, while the Green Anaconda is the heaviest by bulk.

One bite from a King Cobra carries enough venom to kill an elephant. Browse each record holder with full profiles covering habitat, diet and behavior..