The black mamba is the world's fastest snake. Just two drops of venom from this lethal creature is enough to kill a human. Oddly enough, the black mamba isn't black, except for the inside of its mouth-- a place that no one should ever want to see!
The fer-de-lance is a master killer, even in the dark of night. Its flickering tongue easily picks up the smell of prey from the air, and pits on the snake's face sense the other animal's body heat.
Introduces readers to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of the king cobra, the world's biggest venomous snake which grows to an incredible 18 feet in length!
Packed with fascinating facts and large, colorful photos, young readers are introduced to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of these colorful creatures.