By Sheetal Kumari | July 16, 2025
The green anaconda is the heaviest snake in the world, weighing more than 200 kg and measuring up to 30 feet long.
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This huge constrictor grows more than 5 metres and weighs approximately 100 kg, widely distributed in Southeast Asia.
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Though longer than the anaconda, it’s a bit lighter, weighing to 75 kg. Famous for its stunning markings.
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The largest snake found in Africa and weighing up to 60 kg. It’s aggressive and extremely powerful, famed for being uncontrollable.
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Inhabiting Sri Lanka and India, this snake weighs up to 50 kg and measures 4–5 metres.
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Also referred to as the scrub python, it’s Australia’s biggest snake, weighing approximately 30–40 kg and measuring 5 metres.
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Smaller relative of the green anaconda, this South American snake weighs approximately 40 kg and measures 3–4 metres long.
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Found in Central and South America, this legendary snake weighs 30 kg and measures more than 3 metres.
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Close relative of the African rock python, it weighs around 30–40 kg and is noted for its muscle mass.
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This uncommon New Guinea species weighs a maximum of 30 kg and is distinct for colour change when stressed.
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