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Appendix E

DESCRIPTIONS OF VENOMOUS SNAKES

Boomslang

Dispholidus typus

JOHN H. TASHJIAN/CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES

Description: Coloration varies but is generally green or brown, which makes it very hard to see in its habitat.

Characteristics: Will strike if molested. Its venom is hemotoxic; even small amounts cause severe hemorrhaging, making it dangerous to man.

Habitat: Found in forested areas. It will spend most of its time in trees or looking for chameleons and other prey in bushes.

Length: Generally less than 60 centimeters (24 inches).

Distribution: Found throughout sub-Saharan Africa (Figure E-22).

Figure E-22. Boomslang Habitat

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