Green tree python
A species of Carpet pythons, Also known as Southern Green Python Scientific name : Morelia viridis Genus : Carpet pythons
Green tree python, A species of Carpet pythons
Also known as:
Southern Green Python
Scientific name: Morelia viridis
Genus: Carpet pythons
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Description
The green tree python (Morelia viridis), is a species of python native to New Guinea, islands in Indonesia, and Cape York Peninsula in Australia. Described by Hermann Schlegel in 1872, it was known for many years as Chondropython viridis. As its name suggests, it is a bright green snake that can reach 2 m in length and 1.6Â kg in weight, with females slightly larger and heavier than males. Living generally in trees, the green tree python
General Info
Lifespan
12-20 years
Diet
Green tree python is primarily a carnivore, specializing in small vertebrates. It heavily relies on birds and small mammals such as rodents, deriving most nourishment from these sources. Its feeding habits often reflect a preference for arboreal or terrestrial prey based on its habitat.
Appearance
Green tree python is a medium-sized snake with a slender, muscular body and a ridged, prehensile tail. Its scales are smooth, often displaying a vibrant green coloration, although some individuals exhibit yellow, blue, or even red hues. Unique patterning includes white or blue speckles across the body. Its large eyes have vertical pupils, and males typically have longer tails than females.
Behavior
Green tree python is a largely solitary, arboreal species adapted primarily for a nocturnal lifestyle. Its behavior is characterized by ambush predation, using its vivid green coloration for effective camouflage in foliage. Green tree python typically remains motionless, striking out only when prey is detected through heat-sensing pits. Aggression and territoriality are minimal, often seen only during mating season.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Pythons Genus
Carpet pythons Species
Green tree python 
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