East african green mamba
A species of Mambas, Also known as Common mamba Scientific name : Dendroaspis angusticeps Genus : Mambas
East african green mamba, A species of Mambas
Also known as:
Common mamba
Scientific name: Dendroaspis angusticeps
Genus: Mambas
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Description General Info
Description
The eastern green mamba (Dendroaspis angusticeps) is a highly venomous snake species of the mamba genus Dendroaspis native to the coastal regions of southern East Africa. Described by Scottish surgeon and zoologist Andrew Smith in 1849, it has a slender build with bright green upperparts and yellow-green underparts. The adult female averages around 2 metres (6Â ft 7Â in) in length, and the male is slightly smaller.
General Info
Lifespan
12-20 years
Diet
East african green mamba predominantly feeds on small mammals and birds, employing an ambush strategy to capture prey. Its diet range is determined by the habitat's rodent and bird diversity, impacting its feeding pattern and frequency.
Appearance
East african green mamba is a slender, elongated snake with smooth scales. Adults grow to around 6 feet long. It's characterized by its distinctively narrow head and a vibrant yellow and green coloration. The intense yellow underbelly contrasts sharply with the darker green of its back and sides. East african green mamba does not exhibit significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
East african green mamba is a solitary and predominantly diurnal species, known for its aggressive and defensive nature, especially when provoked. Notably, it uses venom as a predatory tool and defense mechanism, demonstrating advanced strike accuracy. Though territorial, it does not actively defend the area. Its survival adaptation includes rapid, agile movements for hunting and eluding threats.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Elapids Genus
Mambas Species
East african green mamba 
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