By Sakshi Sah
Published Nov 11, 2024

Hindustan Times
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10 fascinating facts about green anacondas 

The green anaconda, a member of the boa family, is the heaviest snake in the world.

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It lives in South America, where it thrives in waterlogged environments.

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Green anacondas can grow to over 29 feet in length, weigh more than 550 pounds, and measure up to 12 inches in diameter.

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Females are much larger than males, making them the giants of the species.

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Along with the green anaconda, there are three other species: yellow, dark-spotted, and Bolivian anacondas. All are smaller but still impressive.

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Green anacondas are found in the swamps, marshes, and slow-moving streams of the Amazon and Orinoco basins.

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They are most comfortable in water, where they are sleek and stealthy hunters.

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With their eyes and nasal openings positioned on top of their heads, green anacondas can remain submerged in water while keeping watch for prey.

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As nonvenomous constrictors, green anacondas capture their prey by coiling around it and squeezing until it suffocates.

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Green anacondas can live up to 10 years in the wild, although their lifespan can vary depending on environmental factors.

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