Python

usgb/ˈpaɪθɑːn/
noun

A type of large non-venomous snake found in Africa, Asia, and Australia.

The zoo has a 20-foot long python in a specially designed enclosure.
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Often appears as...

  • burmese python
  • python skin
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Animal Species

The term 'python' refers to a specific group of snakes, not all large snakes.

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In the documentary, we learned how pythons constrict their prey.
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Not Always Giant

While pythons are often large, some species of pythons are smaller in size.

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The children were surprised to see a small python at the petting zoo.
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Python Products

Products like python skin are associated with luxury but also with wildlife conservation issues.

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Fashionable python boots can be controversial due to the source of the material.
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