cobra

• Serpente venenosa da família Elapidae, encontrada na Ásia e na África, conhecida por dilatar as costelas do pescoço formando um capuz característico quando ameaçada. No Brasil, o termo também é usado popularmente para designar a cobra-de-capelo ou najas em geral.

A venomous snake belonging to the elapid family, native to Asia and Africa, known for its ability to expand the skin of its neck into a distinctive hood.

1. B1formal

   A highly venomous snake from the elapid family, native to Asia and Africa, known for its ability to expand the skin of its neck into a hood when threatened.

   Cobra venenosa

   • The cobra raised its hood and hissed loudly.
   • In India, the cobra is often featured in traditional snake charming shows.
   • A bite from a cobra can be fatal without antivenom.