The king cobra stands a step above the rest amongst other species of snake, but, despite its genetic differences, its hood and potent venom place it solidly within the cobra family's ranks. But these fiercesome reptiles aren't so different from us, and it's believed that the king cobra shares a monogomous relationship with their mate. Get closer to the action than ever before in Legends of Venom: Cobra, part of Snakebite, tonight at 8pm on National Geographic WILD UK. | National Geographic UK

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A single bite from a king cobra can kill an elephant—but the snake’s venom also has some medicinal qualities. | National Geographic

1.2M views · 23K reactions | The city of Durban, South Africa, is home to over 25 species of snakes. Including the infamous spitting cobra. Simon, Sioux and Mbali are tasked with rescuing this spitting cobra to move it somewhere safer for the snake and the locals. Watch Wild Venom for an amazing line up of snake shows. Starts tonight, Wednesday 16th July at 8pm on National Geographic WILD UK. | National Geographic UK | Facebook

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