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| Reptiles and Amphibians Database .. detailed information | |
| Carpet Snake , Carpet Python Morelia spilota | |
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| Family : | "Pythons" Boidae |
| Description : | Length 4m.Dark green with cream to yellow lines and blotches.Non venomous,constrictor.Harmless but ready biter. Nocturnal. Important predator of rats and mice, as a pest control,also eats possums,flying foxes,cats and dogs,and frogs. Common in urban areas |
| Typical Habitat : | Open forest, rainforest and farmland. Mainly arboreal, common in roof spaces and may live in burrows made by other animals. Lays over 40 eggs. |
| Distribution : | Northern and eastern Australia, except Victoria. |
| Introduced : | No |
| Seen North Qld : | Yes |
| Additional info .. | locations seen (14) .. habitats seen (3) .. |
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