Cobra, any of various species of highly venomous snakes, most of which expand the neck ribs to form a hood. Cobras are found from southern Africa through southern Asia to islands of Southeast Asia.

Spanning from the Indian subcontinent through Southeastern Asia to Southern China, the king cobra is widely distributed albeit not commonly seen.

The most common cobra is the Indian cobra or spectacled cobra Naja naja, native to the Indian subcontinent and associated with snake charming there. The black cobra, found in Pakistan and …

African cobra species are primarily found in sub‑Saharan Africa, while Asian cobras are prevalent throughout India, Southeast Asia, and parts of China. Different species have varying preferences.

Oct 5, 2023 · They are commonly known as cobras and are the most widespread and well-known cobra species worldwide. True cobras are found in regions throughout Africa, Southwest Asia, South Asia, …

May 27, 2024 · Cobras are highly venomous snakes that inhabit various habitats in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Many can spit venom accurately from several feet away and spread the skin around …

Indian Cobra (Naja naja) – The Indian cobra, also known as the spectacled cobra, is native to the Indian subcontinent. It can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and even urban …

The Cape Cobra is found along savannas, shrublands, and deserts in Africa. Although it’s mostly a terrestrial snake that hunts on land, this venomous species is surprisingly agile near water or atop …

May 2, 2025 · The IUCN classifies most cobra species, like Naja naja (Indian cobra), as Least Concern (2019). This status reflects their adaptability to diverse habitats—savannas, grasslands, forests, and …

Dec 6, 2020 · Cobras are found in many different parts of the world, from Africa to Asia, and even in some parts of Europe. In Asia, cobras are most commonly found in India, Thailand, and Indonesia.