Burmese python

Burmese python

Scientific name: Python molurus
Situation in the wild: Common
At the Jerusalem Zoo: One individual at the Small Animal Building
The habitat and distribution area of the Burmese Python is mainly near water in forests of South-East Asia. The Burmese Python is from the constrictor family, who wrap themselves around their prey and suffocate it. Its prey is mainly Birds and Mammals. Like most snakes, it is a solitary species. Its length can reach up to 7 meters. It is mainly nocturnal, and climbs, swims and dives well. The female can lay up to 100 eggs. She will coil around them and incubate. This behavior is unique amongst snakes, since most species do not tend to their eggs or offspring.

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