Book excerpt: What’s that hooded snake rising up from the ground? It’s the cobra, and you better keep your distance! “Cobra” has become synonymous with “venomous snake.” With their super senses and hunting techniques, other animals don’t stand a chance. This volume introduces readers to the many species of true cobra, and offers intriguing facts about their diet, anatomy, behavior, and life cycle. Color photographs bring these venomous creatures to life, allowing readers to go along for the hunt of a lifetime.