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Ball Python

Python regius

The Ball Python is a non-venomous constrictor native to sub-Saharan Africa, renowned for its docile temperament and manageable size. It is named for its tendency to curl into a tight ball when threatened, tucking its head into the center of its coils. Ball Pythons are nocturnal …

Classification

Reptile

Family

Pythonidae

Habitat

Grasslands, savannas, and open forests

Diet

Carnivore

Conservation status

Least Concern

Lifespan

20-30 years (in captivity, sometimes longer)

Weight

1.2–2.3 kg (2.6–5.1 lbs)

Scientific name

Python regius

Did you know?

In some parts of West Africa, Ball Pythons are revered and considered symbols of good fortune and protection.
Ball Pythons are known for their incredible color and pattern variety, with hundreds of morphs bred in captivity. In the wild, they are highly secretive, often spending days or weeks hidden underground. Females are typically larger than males and can lay clutches of up to 11 eggs.

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