Range: Africa
Habitat: Grasslands, rocky outcroppings known as kopje
Natural Diet: Small mammals, lizards & snakes
Diet at Rain Forest: Pre-killed rodents
Size: 3-5 feet , thin bodied Cobra
RainForest Facts: A small cobra, the Red Spitting Cobra rarely reaches four feet in length and is known for having a thin build. It is possible this thin build allows the snake access to small cracks and crevices in the rocks of it's native habitat.
One of the Spitting Cobras, the Red Spitting Cobra can project and aim the venom up to 6 feet. The Venom is generally aimed at a predators eyes. The keepers at RainForest Adventures use welders masks to ensure our cobras due not cause any injury to our keepers. The venom causes intense pain and if not immediately washed from the eyes can cause permanent tissue damage that may lead to loss of sight.
Status in Wild: Vulnerable, small natural range.
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