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Morelia
spliotes
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| A.K.A. | Carpet Python; Diamond Python
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| DESCRIPTION COLORATION |
Diamond Python (Morelia spilotes spilotes)- Shiny green-black
with yellow diamond shaped markings.
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| SIZE | Max
= 13 feet
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| HOME | Australia, New Guinea
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| HABITAT | This snake can live in a large variety of different habitats: Damp forests, scrubland, dry climates.
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| LIFESTYLE | Morelia spilotes will live in trees or on the ground depending on the habitat in which it is found. Mainly nocturnal. This snake may be found hiding and/or living in hollow logs or burrows created by rodents or other animals.
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BibliographyCorborn, John. Boas & Pythons and Other Friendly Snakes, Neptune City, New Jersey: T.F.H. Publications, Inc. 1995.
Obst, Fritz Jurgen, and Dr. Klaus Richter, and Dr. Udo Jacob. The Complete Illustrated Atlas of Reptiles and Amphibians for the Terrarium. Neptune City, New Jersey: T.F.H. Publications, Inc.
