👉 Cobras are reptiles that belong to the family Soricidae. They are also known as "cobra" or "cobra-like animals". These small, venomous snakes have a long tail and are highly territorial. Cobras can grow up to 10 feet in length and weigh around 50 pounds. They live primarily in tropical regions such as South America, Africa, and Asia. The largest cobras, the great white boa, can reach lengths of up to