Burmese Python
Python bivittatus
Habitat
Tropical forests, marshes, and grasslands
Weight
90 kg
Length
500 meters
Lifespan
20 years
Origin
Southeast Asia (introduced elsewhere)
Status
Vulnerable
Reptile
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About the Burmese Python
One of the largest snake species in the world, native to Southeast Asia.
Location in Zoo
Reptile House
Feeding Times
Biweekly (large prey)
Feeding Habits
Carnivorous (constrictor)
Fun Facts
Can swallow prey as large as deer whole!
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Can swallow prey as large as deer whole!
Conservation Status
Current Threats
- Python Conservation
Our Conservation Efforts
Invasive species control
Visit the Burmese Python
Come see this magnificent animal up close and learn more about our conservation efforts.