While cobras are known for their potent venom, several other snake species possess venom that is considered more toxic.
Often referred to as the "fierce snake," the Inland Taipan has the most toxic venom of any snake, capable of killing a human in under an hour.
Known for its speed and aggression, the Black Mamba's venom is highly neurotoxic and can cause death within hours if untreated.
While it is a cobra, the King Cobra's venom is more potent than that of many other cobra species. It can deliver a large quantity of venom in a single bite.
This snake has a highly neurotoxic venom that can lead to respiratory failure and death if not treated promptly.
This snake is responsible for more fatalities in Australia than any other snake species due to its potent venom and proximity to populated areas.
Found in Central and South America, the Fer-de-Lance has a venom that can cause severe tissue damage and is responsible for many snakebite incidents in its range.
The Boomslang is one of the most venomous of the so-called rear-fanged snakes. Such snakes can fold their fangs back into their mouths when not in use. This one has hemotoxic venom that causes its victims to bleed out internally and externally.