Philippine Cobra
Philippine Cobras are native to north Philippines and are extremely venomous. They have a sturdy, well-built body and raise the hood when threatened. Studies show that the population of this species is almost under threat.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Squamata |
| Family | Elapidae |
| Genus | Naja Laurenti, 1768 |
| Species | N. philippinensis |
| Scientific Name | Naja philippinensis |
| Other Names | Ulupong, Carasaen, Agawason (local languages) |
| Length | 3.3 feet (average) |
| Color | Adults are uniformly light to medium brown; young snakes are darker brown |
| Distribution | Primarily in northern Philippines on the islands of Luzon, Mindoro, Catanduanes, Azria and Masbate |
| Habitat | Found low-lying plains and forested regions, open fields, grasslands, dense jungle, agricultural fields, and even human settlements; mostly found close to water bodies for their fondness of water |
| Diet | Preferred prey includes mice and rats, also other small mammals, frogs, other snakes |
| Venom Fact | Venomous |
| IUCN Conservation Status | NT |
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Published on January 4th 2017 by staff under Snakes. Article was last reviewed on 15th February 2021.
