Elapids Collection

Ophiophagus hannah, King Cobra

King Cobra Snake (Ophiophagus hannah), head rising over coiled body, front view

Naja naja, Indian Cobra

Illustration, Australian Brown Snake (pseudonaja) slithering, side view

King Cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) adult, close-up of head, flicking forked tongue, rearing up with hood flattened in threat display, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, October

Red Spitting Cobra, Naja pallida, with head raised

Monocled Cobra spreading the hood to make the head look larger. The snake is light brown with pale flecks on the scales

Egyptian cobra, Naja haje, with raised head and open mouth in an aggressive manner

King Cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) eggs in nest, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, October

King Cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) adult, rear view, rearing up with hood flattened in threat display, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, October

Lowland Copperhead (Austrelaps superbus) adult, Narawntapu N. P. Tasmania, Australia, February
Lowland Copperhead (Austrelaps superbus) adult, Narawntapu N.P. Tasmania, Australia, February

Front-on view of the head of a Red Spitting Cobra showing the venom glands situated below the eyes. The broadest part of the head is well behind the eyes, narrowing sharply towards the snout

Egyptian Cobra (Naja haje) raising its head and opening its mouth, side view

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Elapids, the venomous snakes of the family Elapidae, are truly fascinating creatures. From the majestic King Cobra with its iconic hood and flicking forked tongue to the Indian Cobra with its mesmerizing patterns, these serpents command attention. In a close-up shot of a King Cobra's head, we can see every intricate scale and detail. Its eyes gleam with an intense focus as it surveys its surroundings. The Australian Brown Snake slithers gracefully in an illustration, showcasing its slender body and stealthy movements. A front view of a King Cobra reveals its impressive size and power. With its head rising over a coiled body, it exudes both grace and danger simultaneously. In Bali's Lesser Sunda Islands, this mighty predator feeds on ratsnake prey in another captivating close-up shot. But elapids aren't just fearsome hunters; they also display remarkable parenting behaviors. A female King Cobra guards her precious eggs nestled in a carefully constructed nest on Bali's shores. When threatened or provoked, these snakes rear up with their hoods flattened in an intimidating threat display that demands respect from any potential adversaries. Even their tails hold secrets - captured in yet another close-up image - revealing their unique characteristics and can not merely cold-blooded killers; they are complex creatures deserving our admiration for their beauty and resilience. Whether feeding on prey or protecting their young, these serpents showcase nature's incredible diversity and remind us of the delicate balance between fear and fascination that exists within our natural world.