Curated OER
Big Boas of Manu
Students investigate the Boa Constrictor and other snakes of the Peruvian rainforest of Manu. They watch and discuss a video, color and construct life-size paper snakes, conduct research, and write a science journal reflection.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: Reptile Recovery Center
This website presents fact sheets about numerous reptiles. Choose from a pull-down list between snakes, lizards, crocodilians, and turtles. The fact sheets contain information such as taxonomy, distribution and habitat, eating habits,...
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Anaconda
This excellent resource from the San Diego Zoo presents extensive information on anacondas including details about their habitat, physical characteristics, size, diet, family life, conservation status, and fun facts.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Boa Constrictor
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Boa Constrictors (Boa constrictor), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be...
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: Boa Constrictor
The boa constrictor is not venomous, but kills its pray by constriction. Described at the boa constrictor's characteristics, young, habitat and pray. Included is one close up image.
Curated OER
Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Boa Constrictor
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Boa Constrictor."