Earth | Nature | Ocean on Instagram: "a new species called the Northern Green Anaconda (Eunectes akayima) has emerged as a record holder for the largest anaconda. Here are the key records: Verified Size: A specimen of the Northern Green Anaconda named “Ana Julia” was measured at 20.7 feet (6.3 meters) long and weighed 440 pounds (200 kg). Anecdotal Reports: There are local accounts of even larger specimens, with some reports suggesting they could reach over 24 feet (7.5 meters) long and weigh ar

Earth | Nature | Ocean on Instagram: "The Green Anaconda holds the title of the heaviest snake in the world, with the greatest girth in proportion to its length. Length: They typically average around 18 feet (5.5 meters), but females (which are significantly larger than males) can reach verified lengths of up to 30 feet (9 meters). Weight: They can weigh as much as 550 pounds (250 kg). Range: Native to tropical South America, primarily in the Amazon and Orinoco river basins.Habitat: They are a s