Monocled Cobra Did you see this animal?
Scientific Name : Naja kaouthia
Family : Elapidae
Order : Squamata
Class : Reptilia
Phylum : Chordata
Other Name : Monocellate Cobra
Habitat : Wetlands,Paddy fields,Grasslands,Forests
Description : Adult It can grow up to 1.5 meters (4.9 feet) in length. It has a light to dark brown color with black, white or yellow bands around the body. The distinctive characteristic of this species is the presence of a monocellate marking on the back of its hood resembling a pair of spectacles or a monocle, hence the common name "monocled cobra". It is mostly nocturnal and solitary, but can also be active during the day. When threatened, it will raise its body off the ground, flare out its hood, and make a hissing sound to intimidate predators. It is one of the most venomous snakes in the world, with a potent neurotoxic venom that can cause respiratory failure and death in humans. Its venom is composed of various toxins, including cytotoxins and cardiotoxins. It feeds on small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and occasionally, other snakes. It is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, agricultural land, and even urban areas. It prefers areas with water sources, such as streams and ponds. It is important to note that it is a dangerous species, and should be treated with caution and respect.
Distribution in Bangladesh
Other Species from Group
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Bungarus niger
(Black Krait) -
Hydrophis cyanocinctus
(Annulated Sea Snake) -
Hydrophis gracilis
(Graceful Small-headed Sea Snake) -
Hydrophis cantoris
(Gunther’s Sea Snake) -
Laticauda colubrina
(Yellow-lipped Sea Krait) -
Bungarus caeruleus
(Common Krait) -
Bungarus fasciatus
(Banded Krait) -
Hydrophis fasciatus
(Stripped Sea Snake) -
Hydrophis schistosus
(Hook-nosed Sea Snake) -
Hydrophis obscurus
(Russell’s Sea Snake)
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description written by: Zarin Tasnim,Department of Zoology,University of Dhaka ; information source:IUCN Red List Bangladesh-2015,www.reptile-database.reptarium.cz; photo credit and photo copyright:Gregory Greene (iNaturalist user). more information please contact with us.
description written by: Zarin Tasnim,Department of Zoology,University of Dhaka ; information source:IUCN Red List Bangladesh-2015,www.reptile-database.reptarium.cz; photo credit and photo copyright:Gregory Greene (iNaturalist user). more information please contact with us.