Snakes' teeth are used for holding onto their prey, preventing them from escaping. Anacondas have teeth, but they are not a venomous snake. They rely on their enormous size and power to subdue their victims. It is possible to be bitten by an anaconda, but the bite itself would not be fatal. Snakes as Pets For many people, snakes are a slithering, terrifying creature to be avoided at all costs, while others harbor a grim fascination or even fondness for them.
Many people keep snakes as pets, including anacondas and reticulated pythons.
Like any other pet, snakes can be a big responsibility that should be taken seriously. If you choose to keep a snake in captivity you must accept responsibility for its care and feeding, as well as preventing it from escaping into the wild. See the World Record Index to see all the records featured on Extreme Science. Copyright 1997-2001, Elizabeth Keller, All Rights Reserved.