Burmese pythons are excellent swimmers and can stay submerged for up to thirty minutes before surfacing for air!
ORIGIN:
Southeast Asia
HABITAT:
Jungles and grassy marshes
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
200 pounds
Length: 23 feet or more
DIET:
Small mammals and birds
PREDATORS:
Humans, alligators, crocodiles, birds of prey
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Camouflage, sharp teeth, constriction
REPRODUCTION:
Clutch of up to 100 eggs which they incubate for two to three months
THREATS:
Habitat loss, demand for pets, hunting skins and flesh
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Up to 25 years in human care
Please note, the Zoo will close at 1PM on Saturday, November 8 so we can prepare for this event. Last admission will be 11:30 AM.
Last Admission: 3:30 PM
