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Anaconda

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Creature SizePlay
The word 'anaconda' emphasizes the large size of the snake, often sparking fascination or fear. SlideThe legend of the giant anaconda has both intrigued and terrified people for centuries.
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Habitat SpecificPlay
Anacondas are specific to South America, so the term isn't used for large snakes elsewhere. SlideWhile visiting the Amazon, we were on the lookout for the elusive anaconda.
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Not a MetaphorPlay
'Anaconda' isn't commonly used metaphorically, as it refers specifically to the snake species. SlideIn the zoo's tropical section, they have a real anaconda, not just a metaphorical 'big snake'!