Anaconda

As one of the largest snakes in the world, the life of the anaconda begins

 with what is known as ovoviviparity. 

Offspring develop inside eggs and then hatch before they leave their mothers' bodies. 

An anaconda can give birth to over thirty babies per litter. 

These serpents are most comfortable in the water and can remain submerged for up to ten minutes. 

Using the wetlands to stay camouflaged, the anaconda will poke their eyes and nostrils

 above a water's surface as they sneak up on their prey. 

Green anacondas are members of the boa family and are the

 heaviest known snakes, weighing over 200 pounds. 

They are considered constrictors and can use their strength to squeeze their victims to death.

 They have four rows of teeth on their upper jaws alone.  

This flexible ligament allows them to swallow large prey such as a crocodilian,

 a jaguar, and even the capybara. 

Once ingested, they can go for weeks without eating again. 

Like all snakes, the anaconda is an integral part of the biodiversity of a jungle. 

They are both predator and prey in balancing other species' populations.  

Just as the anaconda adapts to survive in the jungle, 

you too can trust your intuition and what you need to do to thrive. 

Become more observant of your surroundings. 

Be patient as you trust your intuition in knowing what to do before you make your next move.  (S. Finelli)