Ophiophagus Collection

King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) in strike pose, Malaysia

King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) in strike pose with mouth open, tongue out and glottis (hole like structure in mouth) clearly visible. Malaysia

King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah), low wide angle perspective Agumbe, Karnataka, Western Ghats, India. Vulnerable species

King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) juvenile in threat pose on white background, captive occurs in South Asia. Venomous species

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King Cobra, Ophiophagus hannah, with head erect and moving across grass. South East Captive Situation. Date: 17/02/2005

The New Snake-Eating Snake (Ophiophagus elaps) at the Zoological Gardens (engraving)
1053683 The New Snake-Eating Snake (Ophiophagus elaps) at the Zoological Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

King Cobra Ophiophagus hannah Native to Northern India to China
King Cobra, Ophiophagus hannah, Native to Northern India to China

The New Snake-Eating Snake (Ophiophagus Elaps) at the Zoological Gardens, London, Uk, 1875

Black Pakistan Cobra Naja naja karchiensis Native to Pakistan
Black Pakistan Cobra, Naja naja karchiensis, Native to Pakistan

Black Pakistan Cobra, Naja naja karchiensis, Native to Pakistan

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Discover the intriguing world of Ophiophagus snakes, home to some of the most iconic and deadly species like the King Cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) from Malaysia, striking with its hood expanded, mouth open, and tongue out. This majestic snake, native to Northern India to China, is a master of stealth and ambush. But the Ophiophagus family isn't limited to the King Cobra. The New Snake-Eating Snake (Ophiophagus elaps) from the Zoological Gardens in London, also known as the Gaboon Adder, is another fascinating member, adapted to a unique feeding behavior. And let's not forget the Black Pakistan Cobra (Naja naja karchiensis), native to Pakistan, with its distinctive hood and venomous fangs. Each Ophiophagus snake represents a vital piece of the intricate puzzle of the natural world.