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Definition of red spitting cobra

red spitting cobra

Plural:red spitting cobras
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A species of venomous elapid snake native to Eastern Africa, recognized by its distinct reddish, orange, or salmon-colored scales and its defensive ability to accurately spray venom into the eyes of perceived threats.

Example

"During the wildlife documentary, the biologist carefully demonstrated how the red spitting cobra can project its venom over a distance of several feet."

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red river
red river hog
red snapper
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red squirrel
red tail black shark
red tail shark

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Red spitting cobra. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/red-spitting-cobra
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