Africa’s Most Dangerous Snake

When considering the most dangerous snake several factors must be considered, from the likelihood of being bitten by the snake to the strength of its venom. Here we are simply rating the most venomous snake in Africa.
Introducing the black mamba. Africa’s most venomous snake. The black mamba also holds two other titles, that of Africa’s longest snake and probably the most impressive being of the fastest snake on land. Adults snakes reaches a length of approx. 7 to 14 feet (4.3 meters) and are able to reach top speeds of 10-12 mph (16-19 km/hr) in short bursts over level ground - good luck if you are ever chased by one!

Black mambas aren’t black. They’re gray. The name comes from the color of the inside of its mouth - something it will gladly show off if provoked.

The Black Mamba is found in many parts of Africa. They like open, low habitats such as savannas, rocky places and open woodlands. They are active during the day and often sleep in hollow trees, burrows, rock crevices, or empty termite mounds, and will come back to the same place every night.

When they attack they will make several quick strikes, and escape as fast as they can. They can strike from 4-6 feet away. Before antivenins were developed, a black mamba bite was 100% fatal.

They are invulnerable, because no animal can actually kill them. Their venom can kill just about anything, so they don’t have much to worry about. The mamba is mainly threatened by habitat destruction.