Species Detail
Yellow Anaconda
Snakes

Yellow Anaconda

Eunectes notaeus

Habitat

Swamps, marshes, and slow-moving rivers

Range

Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay

Adult Size

10-14 ft (3-4.3 m)

Diet

Fish, birds, small mammals, reptiles

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Conservation status:Least Concern

About this species

A large, heavy-bodied constrictor with yellowish-green coloration and dark oval blotches. Semi-aquatic and an excellent swimmer.

Enrichment & behavioral stimulation

Yellow Anaconda is aquatic or semi-aquatic — enrichment combines clean water, basking, and foraging variety.

  • Provide a large, clean, well-filtered water area deep enough for full submersion.
  • Add a sturdy dry basking platform under heat and UV.
  • Offer varied water depth with shallow shelves for resting.
  • Drag thawed prey along land decor to create scent trails for tracking.
  • Vary feeding locations between water and land to promote searching.
  • Include a secure dry hide for security out of the water.

Housing & Social Behavior

Solitary

Massive and potentially aggressive; house alone to ensure safety for both animals.

Housing guidance is general and based on species-typical behavior; always verify against current husbandry references and observe individual temperament.