14. Forest Cobra (Naja melanoleuca)
LD50: 0.12
The Forest Cobra inhabits subtropical forests of sub-Saharan central, southern and western Africa. In coastal areas and in the lack of rainforests, like in savannahs and drier forests it prefers wetter areas near water. Its usual length is around 1.5 meters, but some specimens can grow up to 3 meters in length. It has a recognizable hood which is formed by elongated ribs with the ability to spread when threatened. It is darkly colored, with white-yellowish stains on the ventral side (belly) in the upper part of the body, and on the inside of the hood and the snout. The bite of forest cobra can be fatal within 30-120 minutes after the infliction.
