The <b>Naja multifasciata</b>, or Multibanded Cobra, is a striking snake native to West and Central Africa, known for its impressive length of up to 6.5 feet and distinctive hood that it expands when threatened. This highly adaptable predator inhabits various ecosystems, including tropical rainforests and savannas, feeding primarily on small mammals, birds, and reptiles, and plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance.