An anaconda about three meters long was found in Sinop, Mato Grosso. The local Fire Department rescued the animal.
After being captured, the snake was sent to the veterinary hospital of the Federal University of Mato Grosso for examination.
Workers find anaconda
A group of workers were handling some shackles in drainage ditches when they found the anaconda. Firefighters were called immediately.
After the examination by the veterinarians, the animal will be returned to the wild, but far from the city.
Learn more about the anaconda
The anaconda is a very common snake in Brazil. They are semi-aquatic and live in freshwater and edges. Because of this, their nostrils and eyes are more towards the top of the head than normal in terrestrial snakes.
Anaconda snakes are known for their size and strength. They are not venomous, that is, they do not have venom. However, it compensates for its strength: when it captures its prey, it wraps itself around them and squeezes for immobilization.
The anaconda is carnivorous, and although it constantly lives near civilizations and is large enough, it does not usually eat people.
