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Black Mamba
Swartmamba · Dendroaspis polylepis
Africa's longest venomous snake, reaching up to four metres. Despite its name its body is grey-brown; the 'black' is the inky-dark inside of its mouth. It is fast, alert and shy, and its bite is highly dangerous, so it must always be given space and respect. Left alone, it would much rather flee than fight, and it hunts birds and small mammals.
Log your Black Mamba sighting — free →How to identify it
A long, slender grey to olive snake that holds its head high off the ground and shows a black mouth when it gapes a warning.
Where to see it in Kruger
Hides in rocky outcrops, termite mounds and hollow trees in savanna across the park; rarely seen, as it usually slips away long before people are close.
Did you know
It is one of the fastest snakes on Earth, able to slither away at around the speed of a person jogging!
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