The term COBRA EGYPTIAN is composed of two words, ASP (3 letters) and SNAKE (5 letters). ASP is a venomous SNAKE found in the Middle East and Africa, and is closely related to the cobra. It is also known as the Egyptian cobra, due to its association with Ancient Egypt. SNAKE is a common name for a variety of reptiles that have long, slender bodies and no legs. Snakes are found on every continent except Antarctica, and they come in a wide variety of sizes and colors. The cobra is a type of SNAKE found in Africa and Asia, and is known for its hooded head and distinctive hissing sound. In Ancient Egypt, the cobra was associated with royalty and power, and was often depicted on the crowns of pharaohs.