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Malayopython reticulatus
| Family Name: | Pythonidae |
| Synonyms: | Python, reticulatus, [blank] |
| Taxonomic Group: | Vertebrates (Reptile) |
| Common Name: | Reticulated python |
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Description
| Size | Almost 10 m |
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| Description | Can grow to be very large snakes. Tan or yellowish-tan, with a geometric black lines extending along the top and down the sides of the body, where they widen and encircle white spots. Iridescent in sunlight. |
Ecology, Habitat & Location
| Ecological Notes | Terrestrial but a good climber. Diet of mammals, ranging from the size of mice to that of deer and pigs. |
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| Habitats | Forest, Terrestrial |
| Distribution | Ranges throughout Southeast Asia. |
Status
| Species Status | Native |
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| Conservation Status | Common |
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References
| References | Baker, N. & Lim, K. 2012. Wild animals of Singapore. Singapore: Draco Publishing and Distribution Pte Ltd. 180pp Cox, M.J., van Dijk, P.P., Nabhitabhata, J. & Thirakhupt, K. 1998. A photographic guide to snakes and other reptiles of Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. United Kingdom: New Holland Publishers (UK) Ltd. 144pp |
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