You've probably heard stories about venomous snakes, maybe even shivered at the thought of encountering one. The king cobra ...

A new study offers the first detailed look at king cobra combat. Video evidence reveals that when these snakes joust there is no venom—just a ritualized fight for mating rights. King cobras (like this ...

King cobras are the heavyweight champions of the snake world. These are the largest and longest of any other venomous snake on Earth. This is what makes the king cobra so infamous among snake species, ...

King cobras are the world's longest venomous snakes. So, imagine seeing one a few feet away as you embark on a train in India ...

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 ...

On January 29, the 2025 Lunar New Year will mark the Year of the Snake. While many people are frightened or grossed out by snakes, snakes can also have positive symbolism and represent good luck, ...