Arabian Cobra
Naja arabica
About the Arabian Cobra
The Arabian cobra (Naja arabica) is a species of cobra in the genus Naja found in the Arabian Peninsula. The Arabian cobra ranges from western and southern Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and Oman. The specific arabica is Latin for Arabic. This species had long been considered a subspecies of the Egyptian cobra (Naja haje), but morphological and genetic differences have led to its recognition as a separate species. It is an elusive species and rarely seen in...
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Arabian Cobra?
The scientific name of the Arabian Cobra is Naja arabica.
How many Arabian Cobra sightings have been recorded?
30 observations of the Arabian Cobra have been recorded on iNaturalist.
30
observations on iNaturalist
