Capable of reaching 45-inches in length, this snake’s colorful yellow, black and red bands make it easy to spot on forest and jungle floors. These are sneaky creatures that are most active at night when they slither along forest floors feeding on other snakes. They don’t seek out people, but don’t try to catch one or you’ll wind up on the front page of myriad Belize newspapers. A powerful Maya “snake dynasty” ruled Belize 1300 years ago and perhaps these colorful snakes are a legacy the Maya left behind. Frequently called the most-feared snake in Central America, this menacing creature delivers a fast-acting venom.