Cape Cobra
FamilyElapidae
Venom TypeVenomous
Max Length2 m
RangeSouthern Africa
HabitatArid scrubland
DietSmall mammals, reptiles
Danger LevelExtreme
About the Cape Cobra
One of the most dangerous African cobras due to their willingness to enter human settlements. Their venom is both neurotoxic and cytotoxic. Come in multiple color morphs: yellow, brown, black, and speckled. Fast-moving and agile. Responsible for the most snakebite fatalities in the Western Cape of South Africa. Posture with raised hood when threatened.
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