The King cobra, native to Southeast Asia, is the longest venomous snake and aggressive, while the Gaboon viper, found in Africa, is known for its stout body and powerful venom. Their unique traits ...

The West African gaboon viper has the longest fangs of any snake. In a 6ft (1.83m) long specimen they measured 2in (50mm). Snakes don’t blink as they have transparent eyelids that are fused shut.

The Gaboon viper, native to Africa, is known for its stout body and powerful venom, while the King cobra, found in Southeast Asia, holds the title of the longest venomous snake. Explore more about ...

Gaboon vipers don't have the fastest strike in the snake world--but they don't need to be faster than other snakes, just their prey. In this case, a passing bird stands no chance. The Corning ...