Morelia spilota
(Carpet Snake, Carpet Python)
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FAMILY |
Pythonidae |
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Species |
Morelia spilota |
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Common name |
Carpet Snake, Carpet Python |
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Main colour |
Green with cream blotches |
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Body size |
To 3 m long |
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Campus |
Cairns, Townsville |
Description
This snake is widespread and can be found in a variety of habitats including buildings! Usually preys on mammals but also sometimes on amphibians. The upper part of the body is dark green decorated with cream to yellow blotches, the belly is paler.
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