Anaconda vs saltwater croc, who would win?

Anacondas and Saltwater crocodiles are probably the two largest reptiles in the world right now. So, in a deadly showdown between the two, who would win?

First, let’s look at the statistical side. The Salty has the edge on weight, weighing up to one ton and growing up to seven meters, while its opponent, the anaconda, grows 6-10 meters long but only weighs 250 kg. The anaconda is a agile swimmer as well as a stealthy stalker on land. On the other hand, saltwater crocodiles are probably more graceful swimmers but much more clumsy on land. However, the crocs can survive in salt and fresh water. Anacondas have very strong bodies, being able to crush almost any animal of reasonable size to death – that includes crocodiles. However, Saltwater crocs also have the second strongest bite force of any animal alive – 3700 psi, or 1678 kg/inch.

Now, I’m going to rate them:

Offense: Both are exceptionally stealthy and have deadly killing strategies, so it’s a tie. Both: 97%

Defense: The salty crocodiles have the edge here, due to their scaly body and plate armor. Crocodile: 70% Anaconda: 50%

Smarts: crocodiles have the slight edge here, being able to think up more strategies. Crocodiles: 50.7% Anaconda: 50.2%

Now, let’s imagine the battle. The Salty is just baking on the sunny riverside, next to giant clumps of ferns and vegetation. Suddenly, an anaconda slithers out of the bushes. ‘hsssss…’ as the first part of the anaconda slithers onto the crocodile, the salty wakes up. Frightened, it dives into the water headfirst, pumping itself forwards with its tail. The anaconda, hungry for a meal, goes after it. The crocodile turns back, preparing for battle. It opens up its jaws and… ‘CLAMP!!’ the giant jaws come down right on the anaconda’s tail. ‘Hssss!’ The anaconda writhes in agony, suffering from a crushed tail. However, it doesn’t want to give up. It starts swimming towards the back of the crocodile, who is momentarily blinded by blood. There, the anaconda starts wrapping itself around the crocodile. The croc tries to turn around, but the anaconda is already too far up its body. Just as the croc starts suffocating, the anaconda’s grip loosens. Why? Because it needs to go up for air. The crocodile’s lungs can hold enough air for 2 hours, while anacondas will only stay underwater for ten minutes before needing a breath. The Saltwater croc uses this to its advantage. It turns and clamps down its super-strong jaws on the anacondas head. ‘CRACK!!’. The fight is over.

The saltwater crocodile’s underwater skills has won it the battle, while the anaconda’s breath cost it a almost-at-hand meal.

Thanks for reading! -Written by EZ