African Rock Python

scientific name

Python sebae

size

Length. 20'+
largest species in Africa

characteristics

Adaptations/Coloration. dependent on water " dormancy during dry season

reproduction/life span

Life span. captivity 30 yrs. maximum
Eggs. 100 maximum " female aggressively defends
Incubation. ~90 days " female does
Birth. length 18-24"

diet

Wild. hatchling - nestlings of other birds & mammals & small rodents " adult - dogs, monkeys, small & young antelopes, wart hogs, & water fowl
Zoo. chicks (?) & rats

habitat/range

grasslands & savannas near water " occasionally forest edges " south of Sahara to central southern Africa

status

not listed " agricultural & urban development has caused reduction of range