Black-headed Python — printable fact sheet
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Black-headed Python
Aspidites melanocephalus
The Black-headed Python is a non-venomous snake native to northern Australia, known for its striking glossy black head contrasting with its tan to yellowish body, which is banded with dark brown or black stripes. It is a terrestrial species that inhabits arid and semi-arid envir…
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- The Black-headed Python can consume prey nearly as large as itself, thanks to its highly flexible jaws and strong muscles.
- Unlike most pythons, the Black-headed Python specializes in eating other reptiles, including venomous snakes. Its black head is thought to help with thermoregulation by absorbing heat quickly. The species is also known for its calm demeanor when handled.
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