The Western Green Mamba (Dendroaspis viridis) is a long elapid venomous snake native to west africa. It has extremely toxic venom. It is one of the three green mambas. The average aduls length is around 6 1/2 feet.
Main Characteristics
The Western Green Mamba is a darker color of green. This snake has black circular pupils.
Venom
The Western Green Mamba's venom mainly has neurotoxins, and cardiotoxins.
Feeding
The Western Green Mamba feeds on birds and small mammals.
| Scientific classification | |
|---|---|
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Subphylum: | Vertebrata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Serpentes |
| Family: | Elapidae |
| Genus: | Dendroaspis |
| Species: | D. viridis |