but it would rather avoid human contact and only strike if cornered. The world's longest venomous snake is the king cobra, measuring up to 18 feet long and reaching a speed of 12 mph (19 kph).

However, the king cobra, being the largest venomous snake, has an advantage in size, strength, and intelligence. The swift striking and killing of large prey make all the difference in a battle.

Residents of Casper, Wyoming, eager to keep their lives snake-free got some unwelcome news on Tuesday when a widely circulated Facebook post announced that a truck carrying a load of king cobras ...

Three live king cobra snakes were found inside potato chip canisters, US prosecutors say A California man was arrested after a package addressed to him was found with three live king cobras hidden ...

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King cobras are shy, but they can become aggressive if threatened and deliver a significant amount of venom in a single bite ...