Jameson’s Mamba

Jameson’s mamba is a highly venomous snake native to Central and West Africa. Known for its slender green body and incredible speed, this arboreal species is both elusive and fascinating. Although dangerous, it typically avoids confrontation, relying on its agility to escape predators.

At the zoo, Jameson’s mambas are housed in secure, climate-controlled terrariums filled with branches and foliage that allow them to climb and hide. Behind the scenes, their care includes feeding them a diet of small rodents and maintaining precise temperature and humidity levels. Educational displays highlight the importance of mambas in controlling pest populations and the need to protect their habitats from deforestation.