Boa

Boa constrictor ssp.
Family:  Boidae, Boinae
Range:  Northwestern Peru

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For anyone unfamiliar with snakes, "boa constrictor" and "jungle" are almost synonymous. This association does not always hold true, however, and although some forms of boa constrictors are found in what might be considered "jungle," these snakes are very adaptable and occur in a very wide range of habitats.

Size or length of boa constrictors can vary greatly.  A captive female has been taped at thirteen feet and seven inches, however a ten foot specimen may be considered an average large adult.