Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park
Opening times today: 10am - 6pm (Last entry allowed at 5pm)
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Indian Rock Python

Python molurus

Habitat

Forests and rocky areas

Weight

90 kg

Length

400 meters

Lifespan

25 years

Origin

India

Status

Near Threatened

Reptile
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About the Indian Rock Python

One of India's largest non-venomous snakes.

Location in Zoo

Reptile House

Feeding Times

Biweekly (live rats)

Feeding Habits

Carnivorous (ambush predator)

Fun Facts

Kills prey by constriction.

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Kills prey by constriction.

Conservation Status

Current Threats

  • Python Conservation

Our Conservation Efforts

Anti-poaching for skin trade

Indian Elephant IUCN category

Visit the Indian Rock Python

Come see this magnificent animal up close and learn more about our conservation efforts.