Spotted Python
Spotted python is a non-venomous species of snake occurring in northern Australia. It is one of the smallest pythons. There are no recognized subspecies of this species. The species is nocturnal and is very popular as pets.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Subphylum | Vertebrata |
Class | Reptilia |
Order | Squamata |
Suborder | Serpentes |
Family | Pythonidae |
Genus | Antaresia |
Scientific Name | Antaresia maculosa |
Other Names | Eastern Small Blotched Python |
Length | 100–140 cm |
Color | Ground color is fawn or pale brown with dark chocolate brown patches; underside is mainly cream |
Distribution | Eastern Queensland, northern New South Wales, Papua New Guinea |
Habitat | Wet forests, dry woodlands, river banks, rocky areas particularly caves |
Diet | Lizards, rodents, birds, bats |
Hibernation Fact | Undergoes hibernation |
Venom Fact | Non-venomous |
Breeding Season | End of April to middle of August |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size | 6 to 18 eggs |
Incubation Period | Around 80 days |
Reproductive Age | 2 years of age |
Average Lifespan | More than 20 years |
IUCN Conservation Status | Not Listed |