Monocled Cobra
FamilyElapidae
Venom TypeVenomous
Max Length2.3 m
RangeSouth and Southeast Asia
HabitatWetlands, Rice paddies
DietRodents, frogs, fish
Danger LevelExtreme
About the Monocled Cobra
Named for the single O-shaped marking on the back of its hood, unlike the spectacle pattern of the Indian cobra. Widespread from eastern India to Vietnam, often near water and farmland. It causes a large number of bites in Thailand and neighboring countries. Its venom is strongly neurotoxic. Some populations can spit venom. Often seen in snake shows in Southeast Asia.
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