King cobra: The world’s longest venomous snake now classified into four species; know more about newly discovered species

The king cobra, previously considered one species, has been reclassified into four distinct species based on extensive genetic analysis spanning nearly 20 years. This reclassification is pivotal for conservation and improving medical treatments for snakebites, as it allows targeted protection and region-specific antivenoms. Newly identified species include the Northern, Sunda, Western Ghats, and Luzon king cobras.