The king cobra, previously believed to be a single species, is now identified as a complex of four distinct species due to genetic and morphological d ...

As the Year of the Snake begins, researchers at the Field Museum are reclassifying dozens of king cobra specimens after distinct different species were recently identified.

The King Cobra, once a single species, is now classified into four: Northern, Sunda, Western Ghats, and Luzon King Cobra. A 20-year study revealed genetic differences, unique habitats, and behavioral ...

The king cobra, previously considered a single species, has been reclassified into four distinct species: Northern King Cobra, Sunda King Cobra, Western Ghats King Cobra, and Luzon King Cobra.