Five Distinct Species of Forest Cobras Forest cobras were previously thought to be a single species, but recent research has shown that they are actually five distinct species:Black Forest Cobra (Naja guineensis)Central [...]
Color Variations of the Cape CobraDeadly BeautifulCape Cobras come in a large array of colors. These colors range from black to various shades brown, copper, orange or yellow. Most are uniformly colored but [...]
How to tell the difference between a Rinkhals and Mozambique Spitting Cobra. The first thing to consider in how to tell the difference between a Rinkhals and Mozambique Spitting Cobra is location.Rinkhals [...]
DANGEROUSLY VENOMOUSBlack Spitting Cobra (Naja nigricincta woodi)Other Names: Swartspoegkobra, Swart Spoegslang (Afrikaans), Mhungu (chiShona)IDENTIFYING FEATURES:Pitch black with very shiny scales, it lifts front of body to spread a hood, and will quickly [...]
HARMLESSGeneral:The Spotted Bush snake (Philothammus semivariegatus) is an iconic and beautiful species that is well known and common, especially along the Kwazulu-Natal coast. Often seen under roof eaves of buildings, where they [...]
Introduction:The Cape Cobra (Naja nivea) is a venomous snake species found in the southern regions of Africa, known for its potent venom and striking appearance. Recent scientific studies have unveiled intriguing variations [...]
MILDY VENOMOUSGeneralThe Herald Snake (Crotaphopeltis hotamboeia) is known by a few other names: Red-lipped Herald, Redlip, Red Lip, White-lipped snake, White-lipped Herald snake, Black-templed Cat Snake.It is a well-known snake deriving its [...]
Egg-eater VS Night Adder - How To Tell Them Apart Egg-eaters are often mistaken for Night Adders, especially where their range overlaps. See the comparison table below for key points to consider [...]
Stiletto Snake (Atractaspis bibronii) – A World of Pain VERY DANGEROUS General: The Stiletto Snake (Atractaspis bibronii), also known by many other names: Burrowing adder, Southern stiletto snake, Bibron's stiletto snake, Side-stabbing [...]
The Dwarf Sand Snake (Psammophis angolensis) The world of reptiles is adorned with an astonishing array of species, each adapted to its unique ecological niche. Among these is the enigmatic Dwarf Sand [...]
