1. large, non-venomous snakes found in South America that kill prey by constriction

Examples

• Anacondas are among the heaviest snakes in the world.
• The documentary showed anacondas hunting in the Amazon River.
• Green anacondas can grow over 20 feet long.
• Anacondas are excellent swimmers and spend much time in water.
• The zoo’s reptile house features two large anacondas.
• Anacondas give birth to live young rather than laying eggs.