Since their release the Burmese pythons have continued to reproduce and become established in the swamps of the everglades. Historyīurmese pythons were introduced accidentally to the Florida Everglades in 1997 most likely as an escaped pet or a release of an unwanted pet. The incubation period lasts for 2 to 3 months during which the female will not feed and occasionally drink.
Similarly African rock pythons will lay eggs with a clutch size ranging from 30 to 60 eggs and clutch sizes of 100 eggs possible. Females lay eggs with clutch sizes of up to 100 eggs that are cared for by the mother through heat producing muscle contractions that looks like shivering. Biologyīurmese pythons are considered solitary animals and mating season is indicated by mature adults seen in pairs. Prey is captured with a large powerful jaw and squeezed by body of the snake until it is suffocated. To date, wildlife have suffered the greatest loss from the introduction of the pythons because they can quietly sneak up on prey better than native alligators.
Household pets, children, and wildlife are at most risk of attack. Both Python species have been observed to attack humans and several other large prey items. The Burmese python is known for attacking and killing alligators for prey, but the African rock python is considered more viscous and aggressive. The Burmese python and the African rock pythons are known for their aggressive behaviors and ability to sneak up on unsuspecting prey. Both Python species are non venomous, but are considered dangerous because of their strong jaw and aggressive behavior. Many owners are surprised at the rapid growth rate of Burmese pythons with adults reaching 23 feet and 200 pounds. The Burmese python is a commonly desired pet due to its bright colors and patterns, but is also known to attack handlers.
The African rock python is the largest known species of snake native to Africa with an average adult length of 20 feet and lengths recorded up to 30 feet. The burmese python ( Python molurus) was introduced first followed by the African rock python ( Python sebae) establishing in South Florida. Two species of snakes from the genus Python have been introduced and established in Florida.
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