Brave cat defends itself against attacking cobra. Watch hair-raising video
A video of a cat smacking a cobra that got dangerously close to the kitty was shared on Reddit. The clip will leave you with a scary feeling.
A video of a scary confrontation between a cat and a snake was shared on social media. The video shows how the feline uses its agility to scare the reptile and save its own life.

The video is being shared on various social media platforms. Just like this user on Reddit shared the video with the caption, “Cat defends itself from attacking Cobra!”
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In the viral video, a cat is seen sitting in the corner of a house inside a box. Within moments, a snake comes crawling towards the cat. For a moment, it seems like the cobra is going to strike the cat, but the feline turns out to be faster and smacks the reptile with its paws. This goes on for a few moments, and finally, the snake accepts its defeat and wriggles away.
Watch this video of the brave cat below:
The cat video was posted six days ago. Since then, the clip has gone viral with nearly 40,000 upvotes. The share has further prompted people to post varied comments.
What did Reddit users say about this cat video?
“This particular cat smacks so incredibly fast. Is my cat holding back?” wrote a Reddit user. “Cobra was like ‘I’m out’,” posted another. “What was it planning to do? Eat the whole cat?!” wondered a third.
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“There's a cool video out there showcasing a cat's reaction time vs a snake, and the snakes are nowhere close to the speed cats have. But yeah, I guess if the snake manages to get a single bite, that would be the end,” added a fourth.
What are your thoughts on this video of a cat and a snake? Did the video leave you scared?
ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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