Title and Scientific Name: The top section prominently displays “KING COBRA” in large, bold letters, with the scientific name “Ophiophagus hannah” below it.
- Physical Characteristics:
- Length: 0 – 19 ft (0 – 5.8 m).
- Lifespan: Up to 20 years.
- Status: Vulnerable.
- Range: The King Cobra is found in northern India, east to southern China, Hainan, south throughout the Malay Peninsula, and east to western Indonesia and the Philippines, as indicated by a highlighted map of Asia.
- Description:
- The text notes that the King Cobra is the planet’s longest venomous snake, found in dense, highland forested areas of Southeast Asia and parts of India. It is described as one of the most dangerous and deadly snakes in the world, belonging to the genus “Naja” and having a distinctive hood.
- Unlike other snakes, the female King Cobra is a dedicated mother, serving as an incubator for her eggs and fiercely defending the nest by rearing up in a fearsome defensive pose if threatened.
- Markings: The illustration highlights that the King Cobra has markings on the back of their hoods that somewhat resemble a human face.
- Visual Elements:
- The image features a detailed drawing of a King Cobra, showcasing its coiled body, raised hood, and distinctive scale patterns.
- An inset image zooms in on the hood markings, emphasizing the face-like pattern.
- The map in the background highlights the snake’s range in yellow.