A video showing a king cobra—widely regarded as one of the world’s most dangerous and venomous snakes—capturing another snake within seconds has gone viral on social media, drawing both shock and criticism.
In the footage, a man is seen attempting to place a second snake into the same container as the king cobra while recording the scene. The moment the new snake enters the box, the king cobra reacts with remarkable speed, swiftly seizing it, coiling tightly around its body and leaving it with no chance of escape. King cobras are known for preying on other snakes, and wildlife experts say the incident reflects the species’ natural predatory instincts.
The video, shared on X (formerly Twitter), has garnered over 900,000 views within days, with many users describing it as a striking demonstration of why the king cobra is often referred to as the “king of snakes.” However, the clip has also sparked widespread condemnation of the individual involved, with viewers accusing him of deliberately endangering both animals for online attention.— Nature Chapter (@NatureChapter) January 9, 2026
While many expressed astonishment at the king cobra’s speed and power, wildlife activists and experts have issued strong warnings against attempting such dangerous acts. They stressed that provoking or mishandling highly venomous snakes not only puts human lives at risk but also constitutes irresponsible treatment of wildlife.
The incident has reignited debate over unethical wildlife content on social media and the growing trend of staging risky encounters for viral fame.
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