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Mozambique Spitting Cobra
Mosambiekse Spoegkobra · Naja mossambica
A nervous, quick cobra that can spray venom from its fangs up to two or three metres, aiming for the eyes of a threat. The venom is dangerous and can hurt the eyes, so it should never be approached. Salmon-pink underneath with dark throat bars, it spreads a slim hood when alarmed. It eats frogs, other snakes and small animals, often near water.
Log your Mozambique Spitting Cobra sighting — free →How to identify it
An olive-grey cobra with a pinkish belly that rears up, spreads a narrow hood, and may spit venom toward your face.
Where to see it in Kruger
Common in low-lying bush near water and around camp buildings throughout the park, especially active on warm nights.
Did you know
It can spit its venom accurately at your eyes from across a room without even biting!
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