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Python regius
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species of constricting snake
Python regius, commonly known as the ball python, is a species of constricting snake native to West Africa that kills its prey by wrapping around it and squeezing. It is one of the most popular pet snakes in the world due to its small size, calm temperament, and striking appearance, making it widely kept by reptile enthusiasts and in zoos.
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Near ThreatenedPython regius
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- KingdomAnimalia
- PhylumChordata
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyPythonidae
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The ball python (Python regius), also called the royal python, is a python species native to West and Central Africa, where it lives in grasslands, shrublands and open forests. This nonvenomous constrictor is the smallest of the African pythons, growing to a maximum length of 182 cm (72 in). The name "ball python" refers to its tendency to curl into a ball when stressed or frightened.
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