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About the Southern African Rock Python
The southern African rock python is a very large, non-venomous constricting snake found mainly in southern Africa. It has a heavy muscular body covered with irregular brown, olive and dark markings that provide excellent camouflage. It occurs in a wide range of habitats, often near water, and is a capable swimmer and climber. It is an ambush predator that kills prey by constriction and feeds on mammals, birds and other animals, with larger individuals capable of taking substantial prey.
How to identify the Southern African Rock Python
Very large, heavy-bodied snake with a broad triangular head and brown, olive and tan patterning.
Did you know?
The Southern African Rock Python is the largest snake species in southern Africa and can both climb and swim effectively.
Also known as: Python, Rotsluislang, African Rock Python
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