Slytherin is one of the four houses at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, known for valuing ambition, cunning, and resourcefulness. Founded by Salazar Slytherin, the house is represented by a serpent and its colors are green and silver. Students sorted into Slytherin often exhibit traits such as leadership and determination, but they can also be perceived as manipulative. Famous members include Draco Malfoy and Severus Snape, who showcase the house's complex nature, balancing ambition with loyalty to their friends and goals.