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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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20-30 yeas in captivity, oldest one was 48!
Life span of the python is 25 to 30 years.
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 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.
No, not really. Ball pythons are not generally aggressive snakes. There have been many ocassions when I have seen breeders and snake owners place several ball pythons in the same tank.
Do green tree snakes hibernate?
An emerald tree boa is a stunning sight. There are two varieties, the Suriname and the Amazon. Both are yellow-green with white spots. The Emerald Tree boa does hibernate.
What kind of animal is a python?
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There a lots of predators that will attack a snake such as birds, cats, dogs, crocodiles, alligators and other snakes such as the king cobra. However the biggest predator of any snake is ushumans Although as far as dogs cats and birds go as being predators it depends a lot on the size comparison, animal health and whichever is better on the day
Is it hard to take care of a ball python?
it all depends, just like any animal it need proper attention from cage cleaning to handling and feeding. I would recommend trying to learn a little about owning them as a pet so you know its feeding times and how to handle/care for it. Remember they do tend to get very large so you have to be prepared for that as well and know it eventually will happen and you need to be able to accommodate for that. Just a tip never hold a snake during its shedding period they tend to have blurry eyesight from this and may end up biting you by mistake also i wouldn't recommend handling it after feeding.
How much do exotic animal breeders make?
Well um it depends on where you live... Most likely now the average would be like $100,000 I know one of my family members is one and she make 144,000 a year which is GREAT so it just depends on location...
What continent does Python live on?
Pythons are from Asia and surrounding Islands, Africa and Australia. Some species of Boa are also found in Asia and Africa along with Europe, South and Central America and some Pacific Islands
What is the maximum weight of a python?
It depends on how long it is: the longer, the heavier, and they can get over six feet.
= the record for a reticulated python is 33ft actually but i can't remember the weight.
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 up to 100 eggs at a time, the diet consists of small mammals and birds, the larger the python the larger the prey which include pigs, dogs, cats and primates, 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 Reticulated Python 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 up to 100 eggs at a time, the diet consists of small mammals and birds, the larger the python the larger the prey which include pigs, dogs, cats and primates, 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.
Yes, they can. A python is capable of taking anything around its size, even when it is a leopard. A big African python of 180 pounds is certainly powerful enough to take an alpha male chimp of 170 pounds. If you don't take out the head large constrictors are a nightmare to deal with. You can be defending from five feet of it, but there is another 15 feet that can be worming its way around you. Once the python is coiled around you your screwed. Chimpanzees are stronger than humans, but they would probably stand about as much chance as we would one on one. When accompanied by their troop they should be safe.
What years were Colt Python Target 38 special with 8 barrel made?
To the best of my knowledge and being the owner of a Python Target .38 Spl.; I believe from research I have done they were made only for one year in 1981.
Yes, they do.
Young Rattlesnakes (less than 2 years old) are heavily preyed upon by numerous species like Ravens, Crows, Raccoons, Coyotes, Weasels etc. Even Adult Rattlesnakes are known to cannibalize youngsters. Adolescent Rattlesnakes (above 2 years) are preyed upon by larger predators like Eagles, Hawks, Badgers, Kingsnakes etc. Adult Rattle snakes have only one known predator the "Kingsnake" which is a constrictor. It is immune to the venom of Rattlesnakes and other Vipers and consumes them as a part of its natural diet.
How do you power feed your snake?
yes
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I power feed my snakes. I have a 3 foot Ball Python, a 5 foot Ball Python, and a 12 foot Burmese Python. With our two Balls, we feed once a month usually (unless cash flow lets us feed weekly) and they do fine with it. We feed the 3 foot either 4 small white mice or one medium rat. The 5 foot, we feed her either 6 small whites or two medium rats. Our 12 foot, we feed either 5 extra large rats or three rabbits. Although it is safe to power feed a Burmese, it is not advisable. They will go into a feeding frenzy. They will eat as long as you are putting food in with them. They will over gorge themselves, for they have no stopping sense when it comes to eating. They will eat even if they are not hungry.
The body covering of a python is known as scales. The python is a snake which has a flexible body which is covered with overlapping scales.
What type of snake is the rainbow serpent?
imnt quite sure but i thnik it may be a scrub python because they are very large and have a glittering rainbow when in the sun
Where do Reticulated Python's habitat?
They live in tropical forests and wooded areas in in Southeast Asia, usually near small rivers, lakes and ponds. They also live in agricultural areas, feeding on livestock, dogs and even the occasional human.
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.
What color is the emerald tree boa?
I would presume that the emerald tree boa's color is emerald (green).
EDIT: The adult snakes are a vivid green, BUT - juveniles vary in colour from pale orange to brick-red. They attain their adult colouration at around 9-12 months. Snakester1962 (Supervisor)
Why is a Carpet Python called a Carpet Python?
Carpet snakes skin is so colorful, just like a carpet.You cannot differentiate when the snake is on a carpet.
Is pine bedding bad for ball python?
Yes, ball pythons require a moist and humid enclosure. Pine absorbs the moisture and this can increase the chances of your ball python getting a respiratory infection and having a retained shed. Retained shed is where the snake does not shed all of their skin. This can lead to moth rot, tip of the tail falling off, eye caps and much much more.
Cyprus Mulch, cellsorb and newspaper are the best beddings for a ball python.
What animals do a pythons eat?
Depends upon the species and locality. Pythons and boas that inhabit areas around water (such as water pythons, reticulated pythons, green anacondas, etc.), will often eat anything from rodents to small mammals (and big ones, in the cases of reticulated pythons and anacondas) to fish and crocodiles!
In captivity, you can feed your pythons and boas mice, rats, guinea pigs (not recommended due to a high percentage of fat), chicken, quails, rabbits, and fish.
