Amethystine Python
Simalia amethistina
The amethystine python is a large egg-laying python of New Guinea and neighboring islands. Its olive-brown to tan scales show a strong iridescent sheen, often with irregular darker markings, and its long body is suited to climbing. It is kept by zoos and experienced python keepers who can provide secure adult-sized space, robust branches, retreats and controlled heating. The Australian scrub python Simalia kinghorni was separated from this species, so older Australian locality labels should not automatically be assigned here.
Colors: Wild Type
