The crossword solutions for the term RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK SNAKES is ASPS, which stands for 'African and South American Pit Vipers'. These are a group of venomous snakes found in tropical regions of Africa and South America. They are known for their triangular heads and hinged fangs that can be folded back when not in use. The most famous member of this group is the Gaboon Viper, which was featured in the 1981 movie Raiders of the Lost Ark.