KING COBRA
Forget king cobras, this extinct Greek snake may have been far heavier than living vipers
Fossilized remains of Laophis crotaloides, an extinct snake species from Greece, suggest it was significantly larger than modern vipers, potentially weighing up to 26 kilograms. Researchers used a single vertebra and comparative analysis with modern snakes to estimate its size, highlighting the methods used in paleontology to reconstruct ancient species from incomplete evidence.
Faking death, tentacle traps, spider tails: Inside the minds of the world's most cunning snakes
Snakes are not just scary, they are strategic. Some species use mind games and fake moves to survive. The King Cobra varies hunting tactics. The Tentacled Snake tricks fish. The Eastern Hognose Snake plays dead. The Spider-tailed Horned Viper uses its tail as bait. Mambas have a two-stage venom attack. These animals show intelligence in unexpected ways.
This surreal floating lake in India is visible from space but beneath its drifting islands lives one of the world’s most feared snakes
Manipur’s Loktak Lake is unlike any other lake in India. Known for its floating circular islands called phumdis, the lake is also home to the world’s only floating national park and rare wildlife including the king cobra — the longest venomous snake on Earth.
KingCobraJFS’s net worth: How a musician battled alcoholism, Asperger’s syndrome and still made millions
Joshua Fay Saunders, known as KingCobraJFS, has died at 34. The Natrona County Coroner’s Office confirmed his passing, with family citing health issues and alcoholism as potential factors. Saunders, a YouTube personality known for his gothic persona and controversial livestreams, faced lifelong bullying and addiction, further fueled by online harassment.
King Cobra JFS dies at 34; Casper youtuber once devastated by Ozzy Osbourne’s death
Josh Saunders, known as King Cobra JFS, passed away at 34. His father, Clint Saunders, found him unresponsive. Initial reports suggest organ failure as the cause. Saunders gained fame on YouTube for his gothic persona and unique content. He leaves behind a large online following. He struggled with mental health, alcoholism, and online trolling.
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'Do you know real size of King Cobra and what to do when you see one?' Forest officer's viral video ignites debate
A viral video showcases a man fearlessly handling a massive King Cobra, sparking online reactions of awe and fear. The King Cobra, the world's longest venomous snake, is native to Southeast Asia and plays a vital role in its ecosystem. Another recent video featured a forest officer rescuing a King Cobra, highlighting wildlife conservation efforts in India.
Meet Dr. Roshini, Kerala only woman forest officer, who catches Kings Cobra, Pythons & Rat Snakes with bare hands
Roshni, a beat forest officer in Kerala, recently achieved a milestone. She rescued her first king cobra. Roshni is the only woman snake catcher in the Kerala Forest Department. She also earned a doctorate in social services. Roshni heads the Rapid Response Team. She has relocated about 800 snakes. Her work highlights the role of women in conservation.
Kerala forest officer commended by Shashi Tharoor for daring king cobra rescue
Forest Beat Officer GS Roshni was lauded by Shashi Tharoor for her bravery in rescuing a massive 18-foot king cobra in Kerala. The officer calmly captured the venomous reptile, found in a residential area, using only a stick and sack. Tharoor urged the Kerala government to recognize Roshni's exemplary service and courage in the line of duty.
Watch: Kerala woman officer catches giant Cobra with bare hands; Netizens say women scared by lizards should learn from her
G S Roshni, a Kerala Forest Department officer, rescued a large king cobra from a stream. The rescue video went viral, drawing both praise and criticism. Some viewers admired her bravery. Others raised concerns about safety protocols and the lack of protective equipment. A UN official also commented on the need for better safety measures for wildlife officers.
Chilling discovery: 10 venomous king cobras found in Nepal; Scientists say it's a warning of a major disaster
9 deadly king cobras and a monocled cobra were recently found near Kathmandu, raising alarms about climate change as these tropical snakes move into Nepal’s cooler, mountainous regions.
King Cobra’s Secrets Revealed: New study breaks 180-year-old belief about the world’s most venomous snake
Researchers discovered four distinct species of king cobra. The king cobra was previously thought to be a single species. The study involved DNA analysis and physical observations. The research spanned from 2012 to 2024. The four species inhabit different regions across Asia. Habitat destruction and trade threaten king cobras.
10-foot long King Cobra found in Delhi: Here's how it travelled over 350 km from Uttarakhand to Chanakyapuri
King Cobra Found in Delhi: A 10-foot long king cobra was rescued from a tree in New Delhi's Chanakyapuri, marking the first sighting of this species in the city. Believed to have traveled from Uttarakhand, the snake will be relocated to Rajaji National Park as Delhi is not its natural habitat.
Man comes dangerously close to be attacked by a king cobra
Animal lover Mike Holston , who calls himself 'The Real Tarzan' in his Instagram account and YouTube channel has posted a video of him trying to catch a king cobra - one of the most poisonous snakes in the world - with his bare hands.
King cobras fall into pit, female swallows mate
Was it a common case of cannibalism in the animal kingdom or a sacrifice to preserve its kind? Residents of the suburb of Guduvanchery recently witnessed the unusual sight of a female king cobra devouring a male inside a pit.
Cobra is king!
Ananta (Endlessly Eternal) is the name Indian mythology gives to the serpent that supports the world on its head.
15-ft-long king cobra caught in Andhra Pradesh, released in forest
The veterinarians, who examined the rare reptile, found it to be pregnant, forest officials said.
King Cobra not on the verge of extinction in India: Environment ministry
"The Indian crocodile and the King Cobra are presently not on the verge of extinction," environment minister Jayanthi Natarajan said.
King Cobra faces loss of habitat
The King Cobra, world's longest venomous snake found predominantly in Indian rain forests, are increasingly threatened due to loss of habitat and over-exploitation for medicinal purposes.
Pilikula Nisargadhama hisses with King Cobra success
Ophiophagus Hannah aka King Cobra stands demystified at the Dr Shivaram Karanth Biological Park at Moodushedde.
Dead tiger in Sunderbans had swallowed king cobra
The 14-year-old tiger that was found dead two days ago in Sunderbans of West Bengal had swallowed two snakes, including a venomous king cobra, before it succumbed to liver infection, a senior state forest official said.
Rare female king cobra dies in zoo
A rare 12-foot long female king cobra, which was under treatment at the government zoological park here, died on Thursday evening.
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