| The black mamba receives its name from the black colouration inside of its mouth. Black mamba venom contains powerful, rapid-acting neurotoxins and cardiotoxins, including calciseptine, a natural neurotixin. Its bite delivers about 100-120 mg of venom on average, but can deliver up to 400 mg of venom while only 10 to 15 mg is deadly to a human adult. The venom causes paralysis of nerves especially those that control breathing & heart rate. Large quantities of antivenom may be required to save the victim's life. |
.jpg "It is the largest venomous snake in Africa and the second largest venomous snake in the world - 2.5m - 4.5m. One of the deadliest snakes in the world with a potent neurotoxic venom that is rapidly absorbed by the body's tissues.")
.jpg "The green mamba is overall glossy grass-green in color with light bright green underside.")
