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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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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
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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.
What does the boa constrictor eat?
jaguars or other snakes and large birds. It depends if they are small or big
Pythons feed on small birds, parrots, chickens, waterfowl, and wading birds.
How many burmese pythons are left in the wild?
Burmese pythons live all over the world and it is impossible to determine how many of them are left in the wild. Many of their habitats are not out in the open so there is not even an estimate of how many there are.
Who takes care of the baby pythons?
The snakes coils their eggs. They protect their eggs by attacking the predators.
How many species of pythons are there in the world?
There is no official data as to how many pythons are left in the world. However, there are still hundreds of thousands of pythons in the wild and just as many in captivity.
How much does a python eat a day?
the average Irish calf can eat between 5 and 6 leprecauns per day with some light water refreshment
Do pythons live with other species?
yes they do but not very often. and sometimes because of the crocodiles sharp claws it can burst out of the snakes stomach.
Are tree pythons easy to care for?
I wouldn't recommend one for a first-time snake. The ROYAL PYTHON (Python regius) - to give its official name - is well-known for going on 'self-imposed fasts'. This means they can just stop eating for no apparent reason (and I speak from experience !)
Although a docile species, they are also a heavy-bodied snake and CAN reach lengths of 60 inches (1.5m) in length. Some of my own specimens are that length AND still growing !
They require height humidity (being a jungle species) and branches to climb on - with a daytime temperature of up to 30oC and a night-time drop of about 10oC
What was the name of the python in Kipling's stories?
Kipling's python is named "Kaa". http://www.kipling.org.uk/rg_kaahunting_notes.htm
How much does a croquet ball weigh?
A UK regulation CROQUET ball weighs 16 ounces. It also has to be a set diameter.
Can a rottweiler kill a snake?
A doberman is faster and a little smarter than the rottweiler, while they are both guard dogs. A rottweiler could kill a doberman, but the doberman could also kill the rottweiler since it is faster.
Researches have shown that an adult king cobra can stand up straight tall enough to look at you directly in the eye. The King cobra, for example, is the longest and most poisonous cobra found in the world that can be up to 19 ft long from head to tail. That is just like half the length of a school bus!
Why some worm are big and other are little?
Worms bodies are soft and long, with a cylinder shape. They grow by eating things and getting nutrients, just as humans.
What is the heaviest snake in the world?
That depends on how you define "largest". The longest snake ever caught was a reticulated python measured at 32 feet. The heaviest snake ever caught was a green anaconda measuring 25 fee long and weighting 550 pounds. Anacondas are not quite as long a reticulated pythons, but they are thicker.
also most the same but boas are more friendly pythons are more mean the best boas is a red tail nice to handle and I never got bitten by my boa my python alway try to bit I had a rock python, reta python, and a red-tail boa and anaconda all in the same tank and the only one that never bit me was the red-tail the anaconda was not to friendly
