Common Name:  Black-Neck Spitting Cobra

Scientific name:  Naja nigricollis

Hausa Name: JAN NASURU

Size: 3.9 – 7.2ft

Weight:

Habitat: Most common in grasslands, savannas, and scrubs woodlands, but occurs in arid rocky areas of south West Africa.

Feeding Habit:  Feeds on rodents, lizards, and toads, chiefly at night.

Breeding:  Lays 10 – 22 eggs

Lifespan: 20 Years in captivity.

Conservation Status: Least concern. (LC)

Group name:  Quiver