Dwarf Python (Python anchietae)
The dwarf python has a broad head and small, tubercular head shields.
Its upper lip has five heat-sensitive labial pits.
Its body scales are small, smooth and in 57 to 61 rows.
The dwarf python's head has a large, triangular reddish-brown mark that is bordered by a white, black-edged band.
Its body is pale red-brown, with black-edged, white spots and bands.
Its belly is yellowish with a few brown spots.
I. DESCRIPTION:
- The dwarf python has a broad head and small, tubercular head shields.
- Its upper lip has five heat-sensitive labial pits.
- Its body scales are small, smooth and in 57 to 61 rows.
- The dwarf python's head has a large, triangular reddish-brown mark that is bordered by a white, black-edged band.
- Its body is pale red-brown, with black-edged, white spots and bands.
- Its belly is yellowish with a few brown spots.
II. GEOGRAPHICAL RANGE AND HABITAT:
- Dwarf pythons can be found in southern Angola and northern Namibia.
- They inhabit rugged, dry, rocky sand veld and riverine bush.
III. DIET:
- Dwarf pythons eat small birds and occasionally rodents.
IV. LIFE CYCLE/SOCIAL STRUCTURE:
- Female dwarf pythons lay about five large eggs in November, which hatch in 60 to 70 days.
- Females may shiver during incubation.
V. SPECIAL NOTES/ADAPTATIONS:
- When captured, the dwarf python rolls into a tight, defensive ball and hide its head.
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