"Spitting cobra" refers to any one of several cobra varieties that have the ability to spit or spray venom from their fangs in defense. ... When cornered, some can "spit" their venom up to a distance of 6.5 feet (2 meters). Four out of seven cobra varieties found in Africa and seven out of nine found in Asia can spit.

Is the king cobra a spitting cobra?

Although some cobra species can spit venom, king cobras are not among them.

How do you know if you have a spitting cobra?

KEYs To IDENTIFICATION:

This snake may have a monocle, U, V, or H shape on the back of the neck (hood). 2.) If the snake hoods and spits, it is likely one of the two spitting cobras. SIMILAR VENOMOUS SPECIES: Monocled Cobra (N.