The term COBRAS' COUSINS refers to the family of snakes known as Kraits. Kraits are a group of venomous snakes found in South and Southeast Asia, and they are closely related to cobras. They are usually small to medium-sized snakes, and they have a distinctive pattern of black and white or yellowish bands on their bodies. Kraits are considered to be highly dangerous, and their venom can cause paralysis and even death.