Classified as Vulnerable, the King Cobra inhabits grasslands, forests habitats in Southeast Asia, South Asia. Weighing Up to 9 kg, it is exceptionally low among carnivore reptiles.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | King Cobra | Carnivore Reptiles Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 9 kg | 90 kg | ↓ 90% |
| Height | 550 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 20 km/h | 20 km/h | — 0% |
| Avg Speed | 20 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The King Cobra inhabits grasslands, forests habitats. It can be found in Southeast Asia, South Asia.
Typical coloring: Olive-green.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The King Cobra is a solitary species belonging to the Elapidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
VU The King Cobra is classified as Vulnerable. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 11 carnivore reptiles, the King Cobra’s weight of Up to 9 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 90 kg.
Weight rank: #22 of 34 Vulnerable species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sperm Whale | Up to 57000 kg | VU |
| 2 | African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | VU |
| 3 | Great White Shark | Up to 2268 kg | VU |
| 4 | Hippopotamus | 1300–3200 kg | VU |
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
Related Species
How much does a King Cobra weigh?
A King Cobra typically weighs Up to 9 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 90 kg among carnivore reptiles.
What is the conservation status of the King Cobra?
The King Cobra is classified as “Vulnerable”. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the King Cobra live?
The King Cobra is found in Southeast Asia, South Asia, in grasslands, forests habitats.
How does the King Cobra reproduce?
The King Cobra has a gestation period of 90–113 days and typically produces 20-40 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026