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Pythons
Pythons are a family of non-venomous snakes that are native to Africa, Asia and Australia. Pythons are ambush predators that use constriction to kill their prey. Unlike female boas, female pythons lay eggs. Pythons are hunted for their skin, which is used, like leather, to make shoes, handbags and other fashion accessories. Questions about pythons can be directed here.
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What effect has the burmese python had on people?
the Burmese python are very powerful predators. they are almost all muscle. they are capable of crushing and suffocating dogs, cats, small farm animals, young humans and maybe even adults to death. it is believed that even long ago, people gave the python its space and thought that is was an evil creature.
no, they will just fight each other and if they mate the offspring will look weird like when a lion and tiger mate the offspring will be called liger.
No they cannot mate. No "weird offspring" are possible. By the way, there is no such thing as a "black snake." Do you mean a king snake, perhaps, or a black racer?
All animals have spines, except invertebrates. "Vertebrate" means "spine", and reptiles are a form of vertebrate, so they have a spine. Invertebrates have no spines, examples are jellyfish, bugs, worms, slugs, etc.
But yes, reptiles have spines.
It has wide variety; the albino form is most widely available morph and utmost popular. They are found white with patterns and burnt orange and butterscotch yellow. Maze-like patterned python comes under "Labyrinth" specimens, "Granite" and "Green" Burmese pythons have many small angular spots.
How does a Burmese Python care for their young?
Many pythons lay eggs in middle to late February. the eggs will hatch about the middle of April so the baby will be born in warm weather but also rainy weather. this is very good for the growth of this baby it will normally lay 4 eggs but not always. I hope this helps thanks
How does a Carpet Python protect itself?
Burmese pythons (like most pythons) suffocate their victim's. They then swallow their victim's whole. They can also cause nasty bites as their teeth are inward (like a cat's claws) - If the python bit you, a lot of damage would be caused if either you or the python pulled back, if not only a small cut/scratch would be there.
Are the species python poisonous?
No snake is poisonous though some are venomous. However a python is a constrictor and is non-venomous.
Pythons are not poisonous. They kill by constriction, or by swallowing their prey whole.
No they are not, the python ambushes it's prey and suffocates the victim rather then crushing it.
General information!
Python Scientific classification.
Kingdom: Animalia.
Phylum: Chordata.
Subphylum: Vertebrata.
Class: Reptilia.
Order: Squamata.
Suborder: Serpentes.
Infraorder: Alethinophidia.
Family: Pythonidae.
Genus: Python.
Species: P. molurus
The (Asiatic) Reticulated Python (Python reticulatus) is a member of the Pythonidae family and has and average length of 15 ft. (4.57 m) to 25 ft. (7.62 m) however, it is possible for some to grow near 30 ft. (9.14 m) with a weight of 300lbs. (136.08 kg.), the largest was measured at 33 ft. (10.05 m), they can be located in Southeast Asia and can be found in the various Tropical Rainforest's which covers over 1.9 million sq. km (1.180,605 sq. mi.), a member of the Boa family the female can have as many as 100 eggs at a time (Average is 60 eggs)and the hatchlings are at least 2 ft. (61 cm) in length, life span of the python is 25 to 30 years. Dietconsists of small mammals and birds, the larger the python the larger the prey which include pigs, dogs, cats and primates, etc., the python ambushes it's prey and suffocates the victim rather then crushing it, after swallowing the prey whole digestion takes many days to several weeks depending on the size of the prey.
No. A python is a nonvenomous species that uses its large muscles to constrict the prey.
What are some things that a ball python need in their habitat?
You should have a water bowl big enough for them to fit into, some grass, rocks, wood shaving, etc. at the bottom of the tank, a thing log or two, light, and feed them every 1-3 weeks. Also, they like heating pads.
Where did the Burmese Python originally come from?
There is nowhere specific. The term "python" refers to 27 different species of the genus of large non poisonous snakes of the Boidac family which have been found in tropical areas Africa. south and southeast Asia, Australia and Central America since time immemorial. The African python is not as large as the Asian specy.
How much is a 3 foot long Ball Python worth?
I'd be more than happy to pay around £150 - I'm looking to increase my collection ! it depends on the marking on the animal some unique morph will fetch up to £400 whereas other may be cheaper
Where do African rock pythons live?
The African rock python live throughout much of Sub-Saharan Africa and has been introduced by humans in parts of Florida.
Is a ball python snake deadly?
Not very. Ball pythons are not poisonous, and do not have very long fangs. Their bites do not hurt much, even from a full grown adult. In fact, they are very common as pets. I myself as a ball python who has never bitten or struck at anyone. They are very docile snakes.
Nope! They're constrictors. That means they squeeze their prey to death. These are the huge snakes such as reticulated pythons or Burmese pythons, or the small, heavy bodied snakes such as the ball python.
King cobra vs black mamba vs reticulated python vs anaconda?
It depends on how large both animals are. Reticulated pythons rarely get over 7m, and a tiger could easily kill one of those. But if a python did get over 10m it would be quite a fight. But the Tiger would come out the victor
While the tiger may win more often than not, there have been many occasions where the tiger has been killed and ended up in the retic's belly.
Retics are much more defensive than other constrictors in the wild.
A 7m retic could EASILY kill a tiger. They can generate 100 PSI of constrictive force.
It all depends if the retic gets a good bite on the tiger so it can start throwing coils.
The tiger's agility is what gives it the upper hand, as they can dodge the strikes and wear down the snake.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Anvp2vfdwPs
6:21
Tiger loses, thanks for playing!
yes. they will curl up in a circle in their hotspot or in their little log or in their water. it depends on the snake.
Ball pythons in particular have rather sharp teeth and thick teeth.
How did burmese python get in America?
I assume you're talking about the Python 'problem' in areas such as Florida in the US.
The simple answer is - Burmese Pythons might look cute as a hatchling of around 30 inches, BUT - they grow BIG fairly quickly. Add to that - that they are also unpredictable snakes - and you begin to see the 'problem'. In all the years I have kept reptiles - only one specimen turned nasty. Wouldn't let me handle him - ever. Every hatchling I've had - grew to around eight feet by the time it was a year old !
The problem in america is simply unscrupulous owners ! They buy a 'little guy' as a new 'hobby'.... then, when the snake gets too big to handle - or it tries to eat the pet cat or dog - they simply release them into the wild ! The sensible thing to do with any 'unwanted' animal - is to re-home it with someone who actually knows the species - not just turn it loose !
No, they are too big. Small ball pythons require pinkies, and larger ones will eat rats.
Make sure you never feed them live prey, as live prey can harm the snake. Many pet stores sell frozen rats.
Do reticulated pythons eat adults?
Yes they could if they really wanted to. there has been cases in other countries where people have been constricted and swallowed.
The (Asiatic) Reticulated Python (Python reticulatus) is a member of the Pythonidae family and has and average length of 15ft to 25ft however, it is possible for some to grow near 30ft with a weight of 300lbs; the largest was measured at 33ft; they can be located in Southeast Asia and can be found in the tropical rainforest's, a member of the Boa family the female can have as many as 100 eggs at a time (Average is 60 eggs) and the hatchlings are at least 2 ft (61 cm) length, life span of the python is 25 to 30 years. The diet consists of small mammals and birds, the larger the python the larger the prey which include pigs, dogs, cats and primates, etc., the python ambushes it's prey and suffocates the victim rather then crushing it, after swallowing the prey whole digestion takes many days to several weeks depending on the size of the prey.
The record-holding snake was shorter than 25'. There is not a snake alive today that has ever been recorded to reach 30', that is an urban myth that needs to stop being spread around. Reticulated python actually average 10'-15', and 17'+ snakes are very very rare, even in captivity. There are even reticulated python locales that max out at 6'! Not so giant, eh? If you are a grown adult over 5' in height, even the largest of reticulated pythons can't swallow you.
What is the weight of a full grown python?
50-100 pounds!
The (Asiatic) Reticulated Python (Python reticulatus) is a member of the Pythonidae family and has and average length of 15 ft. (4.57 m) to 25 ft. (7.62 m) however, it is possible for some to grow near 30 ft. (9.14 m) with a weight of 300lbs. (136.08 kg.), the largest was measured at 33 ft. (10.05 m)
General information!
Python Scientific classification.
Kingdom: Animalia.
Phylum: Chordata.
Subphylum: Vertebrata.
Class: Reptilia.
Order: Squamata.
Suborder: Serpentes.
Infraorder: Alethinophidia.
Family: Pythonidae.
Genus: Python.
Species: P. molurus
The (Asiatic) Reticulated Python (Python reticulatus) is a member of the Pythonidae family and has and average length of 15 ft. (4.57 m) to 25 ft. (7.62 m) however, it is possible for some to grow near 30 ft. (9.14 m) with a weight of 300lbs. (136.08 kg.), the largest was measured at 33 ft. (10.05 m), they can be located in Southeast Asia and can be found in the various Tropical Rainforest's which covers over 1.9 million sq. km (1.180,605 sq. mi.), a member of the Boa family the female can have as many as 100 eggs at a time (Average is 60 eggs)and the hatchlings are at least 2 ft. (61 cm) in length, life span of the python is 25 to 30 years. Dietconsists of small mammals and birds, the larger the python the larger the prey which include pigs, dogs, cats and primates, etc., the python ambushes it's prey, holds it with it's teeth and suffocates the victim with constriction rather then crushing it, after swallowing the prey whole digestion takes many days to several weeks depending on the size of the prey.
Yes, snakes are predators and use camouflage to remain unnoticed by their prey for the best moment for a successful strike. The two forms of camouflage that snakes use are coloring to blend into their surrounding and stealth, the ability to remain motionless or to use slow movements to avoid catching the prey's attention.
The colors and patterns on their scales match their environment. Example, a green snake lives in the grass, it is camouflaged.
