Ball Python

Python regius

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Reptilia · Pythonidae

About

The ball python, 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.

Fun Fact

This nonvenomous constrictor is the smallest of the African pythons, growing to a maximum length of 182 cm (72 in).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to west Sub Saharan Africa from Senegal through Cameroon to Sudan and Uganda.

Diet

Diet of the ball python in the wild consists mostly of small mammals and birds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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