Black mamba is the fastest snake on Earth: How it hunts, strikes and captures prey with remarkable efficiency

The black mamba is the fastest snake on Earth, reaching speeds up to 12.5 miles per hour.

It is Africa's longest venomous snake, growing up to 14 feet, with an average of 8.2 feet.

Its venom is rich in neurotoxins, with a nearly 100% fatality rate without prompt medical intervention.

Black mambas are found in savannas and rocky hills of southern and eastern Africa.

The name comes from the blue-black color inside their mouth, displayed when threatened.