King Cobra vs Russell Viper: Which is more poisonous

King Cobra venom neurotoxic, affects nervous system. Russell's Viper venom hemotoxic, affects blood clotting and tissues.

King Cobra: neurotoxic, affects nerves. Russell's Viper: hemotoxic, affects blood clotting and tissues.

King Cobra yields more venom per bite. Russell's Viper venom yield comparatively lower.

King Cobra has longer fangs, potentially deeper penetration. Russell's Viper has shorter fangs.

King Cobras in Southeast Asian forests. Russell's Vipers across South and Southeast Asia, in various habitats.

King Cobras usually shy unless provoked. Russell's Vipers more aggressive when threatened.

Antivenom available for both, availability varies. Russell's Viper antivenom more accessible in regions where snake is common.

Russell's Viper bites associated with more fatalities due to wider distribution and encounters with humans in populated areas.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports