Carpet Python

Morelia spilota

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Reptilia · Pythonidae

About

Morelia spilota, commonly known as the carpet python, is a large snake of the family Pythonidae found in Australia, New Guinea, Bismarck Archipelago, and the northern Solomon Islands. Many subspecies are recognised; ITIS lists six, the Reptile Database six, and the IUCN eight.

Fun Fact

ft) in length and weighing up to 15 kg (33 lb).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Distributed throughout the forest regions of Southwest Australia.

Diet

Diet consists mainly of small mammals, birds, and lizards.

Lifespan

3 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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