Book 32, Question 103 · Video
How long can the longest snake grow?
The reticulated python of Southeast Asia is the longest snake. Some grow more than twenty feet, longer than a minivan. They are slim for their length. The heaviest snake is the green anaconda of South America, which is thicker and can weigh over two hundred pounds. These giants live in tropical forests and wetlands.
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Intro
Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. How long can the longest snake grow?
The Big Idea
Some snakes are longer than a minivan! Wow! Which snake is the longest?
The Longest
Step one: The Longest. The reticulated python of Southeast Asia is the longest snake. Some grow more than twenty feet, longer than a minivan, but they're slim for their length.
The Heaviest
Step two: The Heaviest. The heaviest snake is the green anaconda of South America. It's thicker and can weigh over two hundred pounds.
Tropical Giants
Step three: Tropical Giants. These giants live in tropical forests and wetlands. Warm weather and plenty of food help them grow so big.
A Closer Look
Let's take a closer look! Longest. Heaviest. Home. Home.
Quick Facts
Quick facts! The anaconda is heavier, but the reticulated python is longer. Some pythons are longer than a minivan. Anacondas live in South America. Snakes are best watched from afar.
Think Like a Scientist
Now, think like a scientist! Stretch a tape measure or string 20 feet across the yard. Walk along it. Imagine a snake that long. Count your steps. Remember, snakes are best watched from afar.
Outro
The reticulated python of Southeast Asia is the longest snake, sometimes over twenty feet, while South America's green anaconda is the heaviest, at over two hundred pounds. Both live in warm tropical forests and wetlands. Science is amazing! Remember, every big discovery starts with a small question. Keep looking, keep learning, and keep asking why! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!