Green Anaconda

Green anacondas are large, heavy-bodied snakes of tropical South America, closely associated with rivers, swamps and other wetlands. Olive coloring and dark blotches help conceal them. They are nonvenomous constrictors that capture aquatic and terrestrial animals near or in water. Eyes and nostrils positioned high on the head allow much of the body to remain submerged. Females are generally larger than males and give birth to live young. Water supports their heavy bodies and provides cover while they wait for prey.