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Ball python

Python regius

Photo by Scarletthdz
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Field Notes

Description:

This is the smallest of the African pythons and is popular in the pet trade. No subspecies are currently recognized.[2] They are also known as royal pythons or ball pythons.

Habitat:

Prefers grasslands, savannahs and sparsely wooded areas.

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PublishedFebruary 25, 2011

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