Mamba: Definition And Much More From Answers.com mamba, name for African snakes of the genus Dendroaspis, in the cobra family. The black mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis) is the largest venomous snake in http://www.answers.com/topic/mamba
Extractions: var tcdacmd="cc=edu;dt"; Encyclopedia mamba, name for African snakes of the genus Dendroaspis, in the cobra family. Widely distributed throughout Africa except in the deserts, mambas have extremely toxic venom. When attacking they raise the front of the body high off the ground and aim at the head or trunk of the victim. They do not have hoods (as do the Asian cobras), but some can inflate their necks in a threatening gesture. Members of some species are very aggressive, displaying a greater tendency to attack than do most snakes; nevertheless, their reaction to danger is often flight. The so-called black mamba ( Dendroaspis polylepis ), actually dark brown to gray, may grow up to 14 ft (4.3 m) long and is the most feared of the mambas. It lives mostly in open country and preys on small mammals and birds. The green mamba (
Mamba -- Britannica Student Encyclopedia mamba any of four long and slender poisonous snakes of the genus e Dendroaspis. /e These snakes inhabit tropical forests, open woods, or scrublands across http://www.britannica.com/ebi/article-9312319
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Black Mamba Black mambas are one of Africas most dangerous and feared snakes. Nothing is truer when you Black mambas are diurnal snakes that hunt prey actively. http://www.kingsnake.com/elapids/black_mamba.htm
Extractions: Black Mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis) Black mambas are one of Africas most dangerous and feared snakes. Nothing is truer when you are standing in front of big black mamba hissing loudly, mouth gaping, striking rapidly in your direction. But are all the frightening stories about black mambas true? I dont think so. On the African continent many myths are told about these wonderful creatures. Stories abound about black mambas chasing people for miles, attacking when they notice you and visiting houses to kill every single person inside. All are exaggerations. Black mambas are not as fierce as people describe them. In captivity black mambas are docile and appreciative animals that show a fantastic and active behaviour when housed in a big enclosure the right way. Black mambas belong to the genus, Dendroaspis, which translated means "tree snake". They are strong but slender in body with the average size being between 2.4 to 3 metres (7.8 - 9.8 foot). According to some reports they may grow on exception to 4.5 metres (14.7 feet). Black mambas that reach this size are obviously rare and verifiable data is actually hard to track down. The name "black mamba" is somewhat confusing as this animal is not black at all. The common name is given to the snake because the mouth is inky black on the inside. Most mambas have a dark olive, olive green, greyish brown or metal grey colour. Some of them will show a light banding around their body. Slightly speckled mambas are also not uncommon. Juvenile black mambas are light grey or olive in colour but will darken when older.
Eastern Green Mamba Western Green Mambas are shy snakes and not as nervous as the Black mambas, Eastern Green Mambas are big and active snakes that need a big enclosure to http://www.kingsnake.com/elapids/eastern_green_mamba.htm
Extractions: Eastern Green Mamba (Dendroaspis angusticeps) Lenght: Eastern green mambas are the smallets specie of the mamba familie. The average lenght of a adult is mostly 180 cm, but specimens from 250 cm are know to. Males tend to be bigger than females. Zoological description: Adult eastern Green Mambas are emerald green from above with sometimes a few scattered blue or yellow scales. The ventral side is mostly pale green or yellow/green. Hatchlings are yellowish green in colour till they reach a lenght of 70-80 cm in which they get there emerald color. Captive bred Western Green Mambas are often yellowish or olive green in color this is probably true a lack of UV light in there captive situation.The body is strong and slender the head is distinct from the neck. The eyes are big and green from color with a round pupil. The edges of the mouth are often yellowish from color. Scalation: Dorsal scales at midbody 19 (17-21) Ventrals 201-232 Subcaudals 99-126 Subcaudals are Paired Anal plate is Divided Upper labials 7-9 Preoculairs 3 Postoculairs 3-5 Lower labials 9-11 Temporales 2+3 variable Geographic range: Eastern Green Mambas can be found in Western South Afrika
Animal Planet :: Animals A To Zoo If you re a snake and reptile enthusiast, then this is the place for you. When a mamba Strikes. . Black mamba Quiz Uncover the Myths http://animal.discovery.com/guides/atoz/snakes.html
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Animal Planet :: Inside Snakes Meet the black mamba. Austin Stevens Snake Master. bullet. When a mamba Strikes Sanibel, FL Ralph Curtis Books; Greene, Harry W. 1997. snakes. http://animal.discovery.com/fansites/austinstevens/insidesnakes/blackmamba/black
Extractions: Sources: Mummert, Chad. 1995. Animal Diversity Web . Ann Arbo, MI: University of Michigan; Branch, Bill and Spawls, Stephen. 1998. The Dangerous Snakes of Africa. Sanibel, FL: Ralph Curtis Books; Greene, Harry W. 1997. Snakes. Berkeley, CA: University of California Press; Cogger, Harold G. and Zweifel, Richard G. 1992. Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians. San Diego, CA: Academic Press.
Venomous Snakes Of Liberia And West Africa Black mambas are snakes eight to ten feet in length. They are not actually black but The black mamba is the most respected and feared snake in Africa. http://www.tlcafrica.com/tlc_snakes.htm
Extractions: This slender bush viper is relatively large. Adults are often 45-60 cm (18-24 inches). Some specimens may reach 70 cm (28 inches). The keeled body scales are smaller than other members of the genus giving it a smoother appearance. Its tail is long and strongly prehensile with a yellow tip. Not nearly as variable as other species, western bush vipers are light green with a pale green or bluish venter and pale yellowish Western Bush Viper Continues... Habitat and Behavior This species is primarily arboreal and is often found in low bushes and shrubs in rainforest at altitudes of up to 560 meters Puff Adder Common Name: Puff Adder Scientific Name: Bitis arietans PUFF ADDER A large and stocky adder found throughout much of sub-Saharan Africa. This snake is responsible for many serious snakebite cases in many areas of its range.
Extractions: In the early days when my husband, Jim, surrendered to go to the Mission Fields of Africa we traveled to Wichita Falls to one of our churches to speak, seeking missions support. We (that is myself, Georgia, and our three children, Jamie, Becky and John) did not travel very much on long trips with my husband, because it cost so much more to travel that way, and because the children needed to be in School. But because we were not so far away I took the children with me, and went with Jim on a speaking trip to Wichita Falls, Texas. Several of the Ladies at the Church there asked me - "How can you take these little children to the troubled country of Congo, Africa. Are you really going to take these little children into that dangerous part of the world?" I answered quickly and plainly, "Yes, I am." This was in the days when there was much trouble in Africa . . . . especially near or not long after the time of the Mau-Mau uprising in Kenya. There was a lot of killing, burning houses, mutilating domestic animals and mutilating white people in the most horrible ways possible, assaulting women, pillaging, etc.
Snakes Only approximately 20% of the species of snakes in the world are venomous. East African Green mamba. Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. Forest Cobra http://www.rfadventures.com/snakes.htm
Extractions: " Snakes...why did it have to be snakes " Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark The earth is home to over 2,600 species of snakes. Unfortunately no other group of animals has suffered such misunderstanding and persecution as the snakes. Only approximately 20% of the species of snakes in the world are venomous. This leaves about 80% that pose little or no threat to people. The fact is people are the ones that pose the greatest risk to snakes. The world over, snakes are killed for their skins, to be eaten as food, or just out of pure ignorance on the part of an uninformed person. RainForest Adventures is home to over 100 species of snakes, this is one of the largest collections of snakes anywhere in the United States. Our Collection changes on a regular basis to ensure repeat visitors to the RainForest are seeing new and exciting creatures all the time! The following are some of our more popular snakes! Reticulated Python Range: Asia Habitat: Dense forests to open swamp land. Natural Diet: Diet at RainForest: Varies by size of the snake. Large pythons are fed pre-killed rabbits.
Ultimate Snakes The Ultimate Field Guide For common Southern African snakes The Black mamba is named not for it s skin colour, but because the inside of the mouth is http://www.african-hunter.com/ultimate_snakes.htm
Extractions: 24 hours after a puff adder bite on the calf. The patient had restricted blood supply to the foot and the leg has been cut to relieve the severe swelling pressure. Note extensive blistering and swelling. Photo Dr. M. B. Penderton. Puff Adder bite to the hand The Ultimate Field Guide for common Southern African Snakes is a scientific breakthrough in species identification. Chances are you will meet up with snakes while on safari. What do you do: is it poisonous? How do you treat a bite to yourself or a fellow hunter? What if it spat venom in your eyes? In situations like these, you alone may be the only hope your PH has. Know what to do. The Ultimate Field Guide for Common Southern Larger Southern African Snakes will give you all the information you need to deal with the situation. It is a revolutionary world-first development designed to provide superfast, computer-based snake identification. Be Prepared.
Green Mamba: WhoZoo These beautiful fastmoving snakes are highly venomous, but less aggressive than black mambas. Mambas are elapids, with short front fangs and the venom is http://www.whozoo.org/Intro98/kevbrash/greenmamba2.htm
Extractions: EASTERN GREEN MAMBA SCIENTIFIC NAME: Dendroaspis angusticeps RANGE: Most of East Africa; from Kenya to Zimbabwe. HABITAT: Found usually in tropical or wooded areas. Mambas are also very good tree climbers. DIET: Feeds mostly on birds, rodents, frogs and lizards. STATUS: Not threatened LOCATION IN THE ZOO: Herpetarium Physical Description: Eastern green mambas are the smalles of the mambas. Green mambas reach an average of length of 1.8 meters, with a maximum length of up to 3.7 meters. The body is slender and bright green, with scales laid like paving stones against darker skin. The dorsal scales are darker than the scales on the belly. General Information: These beautiful fast-moving snakes are highly venomous, but less aggressive than black mambas. Mambas are elapids, with short front fangs and the venom is primarily neurotoxic. Digestion of prey is also aided by the venom. Green mambas are arboreal and hunt during the day for birds, frogs, lizards, rodents or other small mammals. They will hunt on the ground if suitable prey cannot be found in the trees. When disturbed or threatened, mambas prefer to flee, moving at speeds up to 7 mph, but will strike when cornered.
Kruger Park Times: Myths, Facts And More About The Black Mamba... The black mamba, one of Africas most feared and respected snakes, inevitably evokes reactions of fear, respect or awe often merely by being mentioned. http://www.krugerpark.co.za/krugerpark-times-17-facts-about-the-black-mamba.html
Extractions: Another false perception maintains that the black mamba has superior intelligence enabling it to plan an attack on humans, where it ambushes a car by waiting in the road, then coils itself around the wheel to bite the driver when he reaches his destination. Popular accounts say that the snake can balance itself on the tip of its tail, however, this is not true. Donald Strydom, reptile expert and owner of Khamai Reptile Park near Hoedspruit, says many locals believe a whirlwind is caused by the speed and power of the black mamba as it moves on its path of seek and revenge. Others believe a huge crested black mamba, which moves like the wind, roams and guards the Mariepskop Mountains. The fictions abound, yet they are sprung in many ways from the facts about this graceful, alert and often unpredictable, but mostly deadly poisonous snake.
Kruger Park Times: Myths, Facts And More About The Black Mamba... Black mambas are deadly and one of the world most venomous snakes. The black mamba, one of Africas most feared and respected snakes, inevitably evokes http://www.krugerpark.co.za/krugerpark-times-17-facts-about-the-black-mamba_p3.h
Extractions: November to March April is snake season, especially after the first summer rains. Black Mambas are deadly and one of the world most venomous snakes. Yet, says Donald, if they were as vicious as people believe, people would not dare being out on the bush. This does not mean one should not be careful. It remains one of the worlds most dangerous snakes and should not be underestimated, he added. Although not wanting to add snakes to the Reptile Park, Donalds team at Khamai Reptile Park will assist with the capture and release of snakes in the greater Hoedspruit area.
Mamba mamba. Either of two venomous snakes belonging to the cobra family, The black mamba (D. polylepis) is the largest venomous snake in Africa, http://www.tiscali.co.uk/reference/encyclopaedia/hutchinson/m0007345.html
Extractions: Or search the encyclopaedia: mamba Either of two venomous snakes belonging to the cobra family, found in Africa south of the Sahara. Unlike cobras, they are not hooded. (Genus Dendroaspis , family Elapidae.) The green mamba D. angusticeps ) is 1.5 m/5 ft long or more and lives in trees, feeding on birds and lizards. The black mamba D. polylepis ) is the largest venomous snake in Africa, occasionally as long as 3.4 m/11 ft, and spends more time on the ground.
NTI Country Overviews South Africa Biological Capabilities Basson asked Goosen to supply him with some mamba snake venom as well as a Among the items that appear on the sales list are two snakes and mamba http://www.nti.org/e_research/profiles/SAfrica/Biological/2428_3534.html
Extractions: Dr. Wouter Basson, the Project Officer for the covert South African CBW program, Project Coast, reportedly asked scientists who later worked at Roodeplaat Research Laboratories (RRL), the principal BW research, testing, and production facility, to provide him with a mamba snake and mamba toxin. He then reportedly devised an abortive plan to use the toxin to murder a designated traitor inside the South African Defence Force (SADF) and make it look like an accidental snake bite. Snake venom may also have been used to kill other targeted enemies.
KENYA SNAKES SAFARI The last of the Big Five is the infamous mamba. Black and Green mambas have mamba carries extremely toxic venom they are elusive snakes that spend most http://www.magicalkenya.com/default.nsf/0/976592D3B6E7F36A43256DA3002F78F0?opend
Key Kruger Species: The Black Mamba Black Mambas are deadly and one of the world most venomous snakes. Yet, says Donald, if they were as vicious as people believe, people would not risk http://www.kruger2canyons.com/mamba.htm
Extractions: Courtesy of The Kruger Times The Black Mamba ( Dendroaspis polyepis ) is one of Africas most feared and respected snakes, evoking reactions of fear, respect and awe often by its mere mention. It has been described as amazingly fast, super-intelligent and shrewd, and magical abilities have been attributed to it, adding to the myth and mystery surrounding the species. One such myth sees the mamba bite its own tail in order to make a closed loop which enables it to roll down a hill. As it comes to the bottom, it straightens like an arrow and attacks at exceptional speed. Another false perception attributes to the Black Mamba superior intelligence with which it plans attacks on humans, ambushing cars by waiting in the road, then coiling itself around the wheel to bite the driver when he reaches his destination. Popular accounts also say that the snake can balance itself on the tip of its tail; this is not true. Donald Strydom, reptile expert and owner of Khamai Reptile Park near Hoedspruit, says many locals believe that a whirlwind is caused by the speed and power of the Black Mamba as it moves on its path of searching for revenge. Others believe a huge crested Black Mamba, which moves like the wind, roams and guards the Mariepskop Mountains.
Bitten By A Black Mamba He identified the Black mamba but initially thought nothing of it other than that it I also knew snakes and have never been scared of them, he said. http://www.kruger2canyons.com/bitten_by_a_mamba.htm
Extractions: mamba Danie Pienaar, Head of Scientific Services in the Kruger National Park, tells his personal account of surviving a Black Mamba bite. Courtesy of Kruger Park Times It was about midday on a Thursday in January 1998 when Danie Pienaar came face to face with a Black Mamba and its bite. Danie, now head of Scientific Services in the Kruger National Park, was a student at the time and tracking white rhinos near the Phabeni tributary, south of Pretoriuskop. The water was deep and he was looking for a place to cross the stream. I remember there were reeds on my side, when I saw a brown movement and saw the snake disappear into the reeds" he said. He identified the Black Mamba but initially thought nothing of it other than that it was a huge snake. He was alone and was wearing shorts. A few paces on he recalls feeling a burning sensation on the side of his leg, under the knee. Subconsciously, perhaps I knew I was bitten because two strides on I stopped to check. He found four blue-purple holes and a drop of blood and had his worst suspicion confirmed. The first symptoms appeared quickly. He had a bad taste in his mouth, almost like metal, and pins and needles in his fingertips and lips. It soon became worse and later it felt like all the hair on my body stood up.
