Angolan python is a nonvenomous snake found only in southern Africa. The species is terrestrial and nocturnal. Currently, there are no recognized subspecies of this species.
Kingdom |
Animalia |
Phylum |
Chordata |
Subphylum |
Vertebrata |
Class |
Reptilia |
Order |
Squamata |
Suborder |
Serpentes |
Family |
Pythonidae |
Genus |
Python |
Scientific Name |
Python anchietae |
Length |
Up to 183 cm (6 ft) |
Color |
Reddish-brown to brown to black ground color covered with non-uniform white or cream bands and spots |
Distribution |
Southern Angola, Northern Namibia |
Habitat |
Rocky outcrops, areas with scattered rocks in open brush or grassland |
Diet |
Small mammals, birds |
Predators |
Juveniles fall prey to birds of prey, small mammals |
Venom Fact |
Nonvenomous |
Mode of Reproduction |
Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size |
4 to 5 eggs |
Incubation Period |
72 to 75 days |
Average Lifespan |
More than 30 years |
IUCN Conservation Status |
Least Concern |
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