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Reptiles
Black Mamba
Dendroaspis polylepis
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- 11-20 years
- Weight
- 1.5-1.6 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Black Mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis) is a carnivore species found in Sub-Saharan African savannas. It typically lives 11-20 years, weighing around 1.5-1.6 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the black mamba: Black mambas can slither at speeds up to 20 km/h.
Reptiles are cold-blooded vertebrates covered in scales, ranging from tiny geckos to massive crocodiles. Most reptiles lay eggs and rely on their environment to regulate body temperature.