When it comes to animal intelligence, snakes are often overlooked, seen as instinctive and emotionless creatures. Yet, the king cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) defies that reputation. Among over 3,000 ...

A raised hood may look familiar, but science reveals King cobras and common cobras differ sharply in venom, behaviour, and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Scientists recently split the king cobra into four separate ...

The record-holding king cobra, once a symbol of nature's extremes, was destroyed during World War II bombing in Britain. This ...

This article explores 10 snakes globally recognized for their unusually large heads, which are crucial for hunting, defense, and survival. Species like the powerful Gaboon viper, noted for having the ...