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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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Which is the longest snake garter cobra rattle or python?
a python can go up to 33 ft while an anaconda can go up to at least 25-30 so probably the python is longer than anaconda
What is the life cycle of a reticulated python?
Pythons are hatched from eggs and reach maturity at approximate 3 years of age. This is where they start to breed and the female will lay eggs after about 4 months after mating.
Can a ball python kill a human infant?
Depending on your snake's temperament and size. Ours in quite docile and we wear it around our necks all the time so i don't really worry about it with our 7 month old. Ours is as big as ball pythons can get at just over 5ft. I wouldn't leave the two alone together just to be safe but ball pythons won't kill what they cannot eat and they cannot eat things bigger than it's widest girth. I don't see ours wanting to hurt her unless she got hold of it. as for size i don't think it has the strength to kill an adult.. and infant i am not sure but am doubtful. I'd be more worried about bites. I've never been bitten but ball pythons don't have fangs they have loads of sharp teeth angled toward the back of their mouth. I can't imagine anyone wanting to leave their infant alone with a snake long enough to give it a chance to strangle (3 minutes minimum)
What is the food chain of the Indian python?
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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.
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.
What makes a ball python strike at an owner?
ball pythons are very sensittive when you touch them, believe me cause i messed with one and it bit me, it hurts like a big pinch and blood will come out (DUH!)
this is not true i own a ball python they are very calm snakes and don't mind being handled they are more likely to curl up into a ball when threatend hence the name ball python.
How does carbon dioxide enter underwater plants?
Carbon dioxide is present in water from fish respiration and the breaking down of organics such as rotting leaves. As far as how they assimilate it, it's pretty much the same as terrestrial plants. Absorbsion through their leaves, roots, etc.
Where does an amethystine python live?
Morelia amethistina also known as an amethyst python is the largest snake in Australia. They are also found in Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. They have a milky purple sheen which is where they get their name.
What does the caramel ball python eat?
I usually feed my baby ball python 1 LIVE mouse every 2 weeks.I don't know why people say its not good.if its not good than why do people sell mice that our suppose to be for snakes
A baby ball python should be started on rat pups as it's very difficult to switch them to rats, they are very finicky eaters. When they get bigger it's going to take a LOT of mice to feed them. My adult male is 3.5 ft long and could easily take 6 mice in one sitting without even getting a lump in his belly. As it is, he eats 2-3 medium rats every 2-3 weeks. If you want to feed live, that's your choice just watch until your snake begins eating so the mouse or rat does not kill your snake. You will have to deal with scars though. It would be cheaper to buy frozen/thawed since pet stores are trying to discourage buying their rats and mice for snake food by making live mice and rats unreasonably priced. You can buy f/t in bulk and they will last longer. A few months rather than a few days or weeks (when a rat/mouse will become too large for you snake).
How long does a green tree python live?
The green Green Tree Pythons live in Western Australia , Indonesia, New Zeland, and Pupa New Guinea
Yes, for holding the prey, 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.
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.
King cobras live in Asia, Africa, and Australia.
== == Any kind of snake lives in holes that they take because they cant make holes themselves. They burrow because the cold soil protects them against the elements and other predators.
In Asia but mostly in the southeast.
They live in trees and big bushes. It also depends on what kind of cobra, spitting, king, something else... but Africa or some place close to there.
mostly every where except islands like, Ireland, and New Zeland
Asia but mostly in the southeast
south africa
They typically live in Africa, Australia and Southern Asia
Countries with Cobras:
Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Namibia, Angola, Benin, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Namibia, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Republic of the Sudan, Tanzania, Somalia, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa
Chad, Niger, Republic of the Sudan, Afghanistan, India, Iran, Pakistan, Egypt,Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines .
The different species of cobra live in habitats ranging from tropical rain forests and swamps to savannas and deserts. Because many cobra species prey on small rodents, the snakes may hunt or live in areas around human settlements or in fields where crops grow-both places where rodents thrive.
What does an adult burmese python weigh?
Depends on the size of the python - an adult can eat something as large as a small goat !
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, 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.
How often do Reticulated Pythons eat?
It depends on too many factors - including its age and size - to give a definitive answer. In captivity, a young specimen will happily eat every 7-10 days, but an older snake (more than five years old) may only eat once a month. In its natural environment, given that it would need to hunt and catch its own food, a Burmese python could go for many months without eating !
Why is your ball python drooling?
If this is a sudden on set of drooling that you dog generally does not do it could be one of a variety of problems. It could be a chipped tooth, gum infection, possible poisoning, or even a foreign object lodged in its throat. A possible injury, illness or even disease may be the issue here and you should really have your dog checked by a vet as soon as possible as to not let the problem worsen.
What are the natural enemies of large pythons?
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.
What is an python favorite food?
- pigs
-goats
-gazelles
-rodents
-cats
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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.
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.
they are usually 4 to 6 metres long
EDIT: It depends entirely on which species of python you're referring to. Royal Pythons (Python regius) rarely grow bigger than 60 inches (1.8m), yet the Reticulated Python (Python reticulatus) can attain lengths of 33 feet (10m) - Snakester1962
How do you determine gender of a ball python snake?
There are two methods to determine a snake's gender, "popping" and "probing". Popping is a method of squeezing the tale which will expose the sexual organs (called hemipenes) on male snakes. The other method, probing, involves inserting a probe into the pocket behind the anal slit to determine the size of the pocket, from which the gender can be determined. Probing is more definitive, but is a more delicate procedure you may want to leave to a vet. Popping is safe and easy, although failure to expose the hemipenes may indicate a female when the subject is actually a male.
Were does the albino Burmese Python live?
Burmese pythons currently are living in Florida and are becoming an invasive species.
A python is a member of which family?
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.
What are some physical characteristics of a snake?
it has spurs which is the leftover of legs.
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 - A female Royal (ball) Python will get aggressive - because the developing eggs inside her can put pressure on her internal organs - causing discomfort.
Especially if you try to handle her her before she's laid the eggs.
What kind of food does a python snake eat?
crickets, earthworms, minnows, guppies, frogs, lizards, small snakes, mice, and rats.
DO NOT feed it poisonous frogs (such as fire belly toads, poison dart frogs, etc...) do not feed it toxic fish such as gold fish.
