Ball Python
Scientific name
Python regius
Lifespan
15-30 years
Range
Ball pythons are native to grasslands, savannahs, and open forests of sub-Saharan Africa.
Diet
Ball pythons prey on small mammals and birds.
Social Structure
Ball pythons get their name from their inclination to coil themselves into a ball. They are the most popular pet snakes because this behavior makes them easier to handle.
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