Python

A python is a large, non-venomous constrictor snake found in Africa, Asia, and Australia. They are one of the world's largest snakes and are known for their massive size and powerful ability to suffocate and kill their prey.

Pythons have a heavy, muscular body and are covered in smooth scales. Their coloration and patterns vary widely by species, but they are generally patterned to provide camouflage. They have sharp, recurved teeth but are not venomous. Instead, they kill their prey by constriction, wrapping their bodies around the animal and squeezing until it can no longer breathe.

Pythons are found in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, grasslands, and savannas. They are carnivores that eat a wide range of prey, from small rodents and birds to large mammals like deer and antelopes. Their flexible jaws allow them to swallow prey whole, even if it is much larger than their head.

The largest species of python, the reticulated python, can grow to over 20 feet in length. Despite their size and fearsome reputation, pythons are generally shy and will try to avoid humans. They are ambush predators, often lying in wait for their prey to come to them.