Mamba (Green)
FamilyElapidae
Venom TypeVenomous
Max Length2.5 m
RangeEast Africa
HabitatCoastal forests
DietBirds, small mammals
Danger LevelHigh
About the Mamba (Green)
Arboreal and bright green, unlike their cousin the Black Mamba. They are shy and rarely seen, spending most of their time in trees. Their venom is highly neurotoxic but they bite far fewer people than black mambas. Their green coloration provides perfect camouflage in the canopy. They can move through trees with surprising speed. Eggs are laid in hollow trees or leaf litter.
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