Pythons

Species The most commonly known species of python is the ball python, also known as the royal python. They are very popular in the pet trade, and have many colors and morphs. They are relatively small for pythons, and very friendly. Contrary to popular belief, anacondas are not a species of python, but a species of boa. There are approximately 40 recorded species of python, and there is most likely several more out for snake lovers to discover!Diet

Pythons, like other snakes, are carnivores, eating only other animals. Small or medium pythons, like green tree or ball pythons, eat mainly rodents or lizards, while large ones like the reticulated or African rock pythons may eat antelope, deer, or possibly caimans and other crocodilians, especially when their prey is young or small for their age. Pythons eating rodents make them super beneficial to the environment, and great to keep rats and mice in check!

Captivity

Depending on the species, pythons can make great pets! They can be beautiful, easy to care for, and interactive if you socialize them properly. As you can see in the picture above, they can be energetic and and sometimes troublemakers, but that makes them funny, lovable, and very entertaining!

Conclusion

Pythons are really cool and cute animals, with very unique personalities. They are arguably one of the most fun snakes for pets, and just look so adorable!

Note: That picture isn’t mine, but a picture of one of the other editor’s snakes!