Mozambique Spitting Cobra
FamilyElapidae
Venom TypeVenomous
Max Length1.5 m
RangeSoutheastern Africa
HabitatSavanna, Woodland
DietAmphibians, rodents, snakes
Danger LevelHigh
About the Mozambique Spitting Cobra
One of the most dangerous snakes in Africa, able to spit venom accurately at the eyes of a threat from a distance of a few meters. Venom in the eyes causes intense pain and can lead to blindness. Bites cause severe local tissue damage. It is nervous and quick to spit but rarely bites. Often active at night and found near homes. Also known as the mfezi.
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