Cape Cobra

A cape cobra golden in color exploring its habitat.

Scientific Name: Naja nivea

Conservation Status:

Least Concern IUCN Red List

About

The highly venomous Cape cobra is famous for its threat display. Lifting its body off the ground, it spreads its neck ribs to form a hood.

Location Within the Zoo

You’ll find this animal in the LAIR.

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