Forest Cobra
FamilyElapidae
Venom TypeVenomous
Max Length3.1 m
RangeWest and Central Africa
HabitatForests, Rivers
DietFish, frogs, rodents
Danger LevelHigh
About the Forest Cobra
The largest true cobra, reaching about 3 m. It is an agile climber and a strong swimmer that often hunts fish and frogs along rivers and lakes. Its glossy black or banded body is common in the forests of West and Central Africa. Bites are relatively rare compared with other cobras, but its neurotoxic venom is potent. Also called the black and white-lipped cobra.
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