Ecology and Conservation of King Cobras

Goode, Matt

Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Program

School of Natural Resources and Environment

University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, USA

mgoode@ag.arizona.edu

Strine, Colin Sakaerat

Environmental Research Station

Suranaree University of Technology

Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand

Whitaker, Romulus

Agumbe Rainforest Research Station

Agumbe, Karnataka, India

We have been conducting field research on King Cobras in India, Thailand, and Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) since 2008. To date, we have tracked 25-30 individuals using radio-telemetry. We will present our findings of this species, including spatial ecology, habitat use, diet, and reproduction. Also, to conserve these iconic snakes, we will discuss concerted outreach and education targeting school-aged children, local communities, and the general public.