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Reticulated Python
Malayopython reticulatus
Least Concern reptile
Measurements
Shoulder Height
25 cm
10"
Body Length
7.0 m
22'12"
Weight
75 kg
165 lbs
About Reticulated Python
The reticulated python is the longest snake in the world. Reaching 7 meters in length, they are found across Southeast Asia. Despite their size, they weigh only about 75 kg.
Classification
- Class
- Reptilia
- Order
- Squamata
- Family
- Pythonidae
- Genus
- Malayopython
Ecology
- Diet
- carnivore
- Habitat
- forest, freshwater
- Continent
- Asia
Fun Fact
Reticulated pythons can sense heat through pit organs on their lips, detecting prey in complete darkness.
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