King Cobra: Meet One Of World's Deadliest Snakes
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The king cobra is one of the deadliest and the longest venomous snakes in the world
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King cobras can grow up to 18 feet long and weigh up to 9 kg
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They are found in South and Southeast Asia, including India, China, Indonesia, and the Philippines
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King cobras are formidable hunters, capable of reaching speeds up to 19 km/h. They are skilled swimmers and climbers
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King cobras are shy, but they can become aggressive if threatened and deliver a significant amount of venom in a single bite
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The king cobra is the only snake species known to construct a nest for its eggs, a rare behaviour among snakes
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Their venom contains paralysis-inducing neurotoxins that attack the respiratory centres in the brain
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Their venomous bite can lead to respiratory arrest and cardiac failure
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They can emit a hiss that sounds almost like a growling dog. King Cobras can live up to 20 years in the wild
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