Cobras are among the most dangerous snakes in Africa because of their potent venoms. But the proportions and even types of toxins in those venoms may vary based on what the snakes eat, so if the ...

But new genetic evidence points to the continent next door to Africa, researchers report August 7 in Royal Society Open Science. The over 700 species of elapoid snakes are extremely diverse ...

These venomous snakes — found in Africa and Asia — pack a potent punch with their bite. Some species, like the spitting cobras, even take it a step further by shooting venom straight at your eyes.