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Reticulated Python

Malayopython reticulatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Pythonidae ›Genus: Malayopython

About

The reticulated python (Python reticulatus) is a species of python found in Southeast Asia. They are the world's longest snakes and longest reptiles, and among the three heaviest snakes. Like all pythons, they are nonvenomous constrictors and normally not considered dangerous to humans. However, cases of people killed (and in at least one case eaten) by reticulated pythons have been documented.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Reticulated Python?
The scientific name of Reticulated Python is Malayopython reticulatus.
What is the conservation status of Reticulated Python?
The Reticulated Python has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Reticulated Python belong to?
Reticulated Python belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Reticulated Python belong to?
Reticulated Python belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Reticulated Python belong to?
Reticulated Python belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Reticulated Python belong to?
Reticulated Python belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Reticulated Python belong to?
Reticulated Python belongs to the family Pythonidae.
What genus does Reticulated Python belong to?
Reticulated Python belongs to the genus Malayopython.