‘Brazil’s most famous cobra’ sparks trafficking probe, draws fans

A cobra that bit a veterinary student in Brazil, putting him in a coma, has turned into a celebrity by sparking an investigation into an alleged exotic animal trafficking ring. “In less than a week, I have taken revenge on my oppressor, dismantled an animal trafficking ring, freed more than 16 friends, helped a shark and struck fear in the traffickers’ hearts,” it posted on July 11 — one of several tweets that have gone viral, mixing references…