Red blood python
A species of Pythons, Also known as Malaysian blood python, Brongersma's short-tailed python Scientific name : Python brongersmai Genus : Pythons
Red blood python, A species of Pythons
Also known as:
Malaysian blood python, Brongersma's short-tailed python
Scientific name: Python brongersmai
Genus: Pythons
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Description
Red blood python is a nocturnal, semi-arboreal ambush predator, known for its incredible ability to endure long periods of food scarcity. Adapted to survive forest fires, this python can burrow into soil and endure high temperatures. This fine-tuned physiological feat allows the species to persist in fire-prone environments, playing a key role in limiting the population size of their prey species.
General Info
Lifespan
20-30 years
Diet
Red blood python is a carnivorous species, primarily feeding on rodents and birds. It uses its heat-sensitive pits to locate warm-blooded prey, exploiting the abundance of rodents in its habitat. Red blood python occasionally diversifies its diet with small-sized reptiles and amphibians.
Appearance
The red blood python is a large, heavy-bodied snake with smooth, iridescent skin. These snakes primarily showcase rich shades of red to brown, with faint black markings. The ventral side is usually white or cream with dark speckles. Noteworthy is their triangular head that's distinct from the neck and prominently ridged scales along the spine. There are no apparent differences between genders or ages in this species.
Behavior
Red blood python is a predominantly nocturnal species, hunting during the night for rodents, its preferred prey. Solitary in nature, this non-territorial snake uses ambush techniques and exhibits remarkable body temperature regulation. Red blood python adapts a unique red coloration to blend within its natural habitat, providing camouflaging benefits.
Population
Increasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Pythons Genus
Pythons Species
Red blood python 
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