The Monocled Cobra (Naja kaouthia) is a venomous snake found in South and Southeast Asia, known for its distinctive O-shaped or monocellate hood pattern. Found in the Terai and Hilly region of Nepal, that inhabits in farmland, grasslands, and wetlands. It has strong venom and can be dangerous, but it only bites when it feels threatened. Monocled Cobras help reduce the number of rats and other small animals, making them important for the environment.