Jameson's mamba

Jameson's mamba (Dendroaspis jamesoni) is a fast, venomous snake native to central and western Africa. It is an agile climber that spends much of its time in trees.

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Dendroaspis: Dendroaspis is a genus of highly venomous African snakes known as mambas. Jameson's mamba belongs to this genus alongside the other mambas.
Snake locomotion: Snake locomotion is movement produced by coordinated body undulations and contact with the surroundings. Its long body lets it travel through branches as well as along the ground.
Snake identification: Snake identification is the determination of a snake's species from its physical and geographic characteristics. Reliable identification distinguishes Jameson's mamba from other African mambas.
Black mamba: The black mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis) is a large, highly venomous snake native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is a better-known mamba, but differs in range, color, and typical habitat.
Elapidae: Elapidae is a family of venomous snakes with fixed front fangs, including cobras, kraits, and mambas. Its fixed front fangs and venom place Jameson's mamba among elapids.
Ambush predation: Ambush predation is a hunting strategy in which a predator waits for prey before striking. It can wait among foliage before striking passing prey.
Snakebite first aid: Snakebite first aid is immediate care intended to limit harm before definitive medical treatment. Suspected bites call for calm immobilization and prompt transport to medical care.
Green mamba: Green mamba is a common name for arboreal Dendroaspis species with green coloration. Its green appearance can invite comparison, though green mambas are distinct species.
Snake: Snakes are elongated, limbless reptiles in the suborder Serpentes. Its body plan and movement are adaptations of the broader snake lineage.
Neurotoxin: A neurotoxin is a substance that disrupts the function of nerve cells or their signaling. Neurotoxic components of its venom can disrupt nerve-to-muscle signaling.