Sep 23, 2024, 07:59 AM IST

8 snakes that can swim or fly​

Apurwa Amit

Anaconda: The anaconda is a large, non-venomous snake found in South America that spends much of its time in water.

Water Moccasin: Also called the cottonmouth, this venomous snake is an adept swimmer commonly found in the southeastern United States.

Sea Snake: These highly venomous snakes are adapted to marine environments and can be found in the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

Paradise Tree Snake: Found in Southeast Asia, these snakes have the ability to flatten their bodies and glide from trees using their rib muscles.

Flying Snake: Found in Southeast Asia, these snakes can flatten their bodies to catch the air and glide from tree to tree.

Boa Constrictor: While primarily terrestrial, some boa constrictors are known to swim well and can occasionally be found in water bodies.

Diamondback Water Snake: They are found in North America, these snakes are excellent swimmers and often inhabit freshwater habitats.

Asian Vine Snake: This snake species is known for its ability to glide from tree to tree using its flattened body and is found in Southeast Asia.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports