Ophiophagus - the snake eater

Ophiophagus - the snake eater. The diet of the king cobra is mostly made up of other snakes. They aren't completely immune to their own venom, so they have an interesting technique when fighting other king cobras for mates or food.

Vicious, venomous, and deadly cool, snakes play a key role in the ecosystem. Learn all about these fascinating creatures this March on Wednesdays at 8pm, only on National Geographic WILD UK.