The Forest Cobras of Africa | African Reptiles and Venom

Unmasking the Brown Forest Cobra: South Africa’s Deadly Trio 🐍 | African Reptiles & Venom Join Mike from African Reptiles and Venom as we take you deep into the world of the elusive and dangerous Brown Forest Cobra. In this episode, we introduce you to all three variants of this venomous species, exploring their unique characteristics, habitats, and striking differences. 📍 Learn how to identify each variant, where they occur in the wild, and just how dangerous they really are to humans. 💉 Watch as we milk all three variants side by side, comparing their venom yield, control, and bite speed—and discover what this venom does to the human body. Is it fatal? How many people are bitten each year? What should victims and doctors do in the event of a bite? 🧪 We also explain our critical role in antivenom production, and the ongoing crisis in South Africa’s antivenom supply. 🎓 Whether you're a snake enthusiast, handler, or just curious, this video is packed with education, science, and real-world applications. 👉 Visit our new website to explore our snake handling courses and learn more about what we do: www.africanreptiles-venom.co.za 💬 Drop your questions in the comments and let us know which snake you'd like to see featured next! 00:00 Intro 03:35 Savannah African Forest Cobra 05:55 African Reptiles and Venom 06:35 Brown/Eastern Forest Cobra 08:55 Anti Venom Production Unit 11:31 Central African Forest Cobra 14:50 Venom