In General

The Spotted Python is a non-venomous snake that is particularly popular amongst snake enthusiasts as a captive kept animal. An adult measures about 100cm to 140cm in length. Their colouration tends to be a dark brown blotched pattern on top of a caramel colour.

They are a fairly placid snake with an easy going temperament.

Diet

Small bats, small warm blooded animals such as rats and mice as well as birds, lizards and frogs.

Habitat

Rainforest, grasslands, woodlands and rocky outcrops.

Breeding

Mating occurs April through August. The female will lay between 4 and 16 eggs which hatch between 50 to 60 days later. The young are completely independent after hatching. Snakes, as with many other reptiles will stay in the egg for a period of time after breaking through the shell. This allows the young to absorb the yolk and gain vital energy.

Conservation status

Secure