King Cobra Ophiophagus hannah

Least
Concern

While this impressive snake has a reputation for being aggressive, the king cobra is actually more cautious than many of its smaller relatives. King cobras rarely attack unless they must protect themselves or their eggs.

Diet:
King cobra in the wild often eat other snake species.
Habitat:
King cobras live in forests and agricultural areas in northern India and southern China.

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The oldest king cobra in Riverbanks care is more than 10 feet in length and nearly 20 pounds.

Visit the king cobra in the Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center.