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.

Distribution: Found throughtout sub-Saharan Africa. 

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