The Ball python (Python regius) is a nonvenomous constrictor snake native to sub-Saharan Africa. Known for its docile temperament and manageable size, it has become one of the most popular pet ...

Royal pythons originate from the grasslands of West Africa and use constriction rather than venom to kill their prey. They can grow up to a length of 1.5 metres (almost 5ft).

Ball pythons, sometimes known as royal pythons, are so named because their key defense against predators is to roll up in a ball. Priscilla Crisler of Augusta Animal Services says the snakes ...

Ball pythons are stocky, nonvenomous constrictor snakes known for their distinctive appearance. Adult ball pythons typically range in length from 90 to 137 cm (around 35 to 54 inches) and can ...