Black-necked Cobra (Noun)
Meaning
Aggressive cobra widely distributed in Africa; rarely bites but spits venom that may cause blindness.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The black-necked cobra is known for its aggressive behavior and can be found in various regions across Africa.
- While encounters with the black-necked cobra are relatively rare, they are a cause for concern due to the potent venom they can spit.
- The venom of the black-necked cobra contains a powerful neurotoxin that may cause blindness, as well as respiratory failure, if left untreated.
- A study on the black-necked cobra found that it rarely bites its victims, instead relying on its ability to spit venom from a distance.
- Due to the risk of blindness associated with its venom, it is essential to exercise extreme caution when approaching a black-necked cobra in the wild.