Anaconda Snake (Eunectes nurinusis)
The anaconda snake of one of the largest snake species present in the world. It is found among the foliage of the Amazon rainforest. A matured anaconda snake can grow up to 9m in length and weigh 181kg.
The snakes diet includes many animals, including capybaras, agouti, other snakes and even crocodiles. The anaconda snake hunts by hanging on branches, waiting for the ideal moment to strike, or hides under the waters, anticipating any prey within the striking range.
birds Black Skimmer Great Egret Harpy Eagle
Macaw Yellow-tufted Woodpecker
fish piranha
insects Leaf Cutter Ant
mammals Brazilian Tapir Collared Peccary Giant Anteater Giant Otter
Howler Monkey Owl Monkey Jaguar Pink Dolphin
reptiles Anaconda Snake Tree Boa Black Caiman
rodents Brown Agouti Capybara