Morelia spilota variegata
A species of Carpet pythons Scientific name : Morelia spilota variegata Genus : Carpet pythons
Morelia spilota variegata, A species of Carpet pythons
Scientific name: Morelia spilota variegata
Genus: Carpet pythons
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Description General Info
Description
Morelia spilota variegata is an arboreal species with a fascinating nocturnal lifestyle, providing key insight into the ecology of small to large mammal populations. It employs a unique ambush style of hunting, often hanging from branches to strike prey with precision. This species plays a vital ecological role in controlling rodent populations, thus indirectly influencing the spread of diseases.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Appearance
Morelia spilota variegata can reach lengths of 150-180cm, characterized by its slender, semi-arboreal form. Its skin is covered in smooth scales primarily of olive green, adorned with darker banding and scatterings of creamy-yellow spots. The pattern becomes more irregular towards the tail. No notable changes in appearance occur due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Morelia spilota variegata is primarily a nocturnal species, displaying crepuscular activity patterns. Renowned for its arboreal lifestyle, it rigorously maintains its territory by scented secretions. Typically solitary, its diet consists of therothermic prey, preferring warm-bloodened mammals. Unlike many of its species, morelia spilota variegata exhibits a non-migratory behavior, preferring to inhabit in warm tropical environments.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Pythons Genus
Carpet pythons Species
Morelia spilota variegata 
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