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Savu Python
The Savu python (Liasis savuensis) dazzles with iridescent scales and a striking white eye ring. Native to Savu Island's forests, it plays a key role as a nocturnal predator, balancing rodent populations. Its unique coloration and behavior make it a fascinating subject for both enthusiasts and conservationists.
Length: 1.067 - 1.372 m
Size
Brown, Grey, Red, Dark, Orange, Light
Color
3 years
Age of Sexual Maturity
Low
Aggression
Endangered
Conservation Status
Decreasing
Population Trend
Characteristics
The Savu python, scientifically known as Liasis savuensis, is a non-venomous snake native to the Indonesian island of Savu. It is distinguished by its iridescent scales, with a rich brown or reddish-brown hue, and a distinctive white eye ring. This species thrives in tropical forests and is a nocturnal predator, primarily feeding on small mammals and birds.
Distribution Range of the Savu Python
The Liasis savuensis, commonly known as the Savu python, is native to the islands of Savu and surrounding areas in Indonesia. This species is endemic to a very limited geographical range in the Lesser Sunda Islands.
Savu Python's Habitat
Environmental Conditions
The Savu python inhabits tropical environments, characterized by a warm and humid climate. These islands experience a distinct wet and dry season, which influences the availability of resources and the behavior of the species.
Ecological Niche
Liasis savuensis occupies a variety of habitats, including savannas, forests, and rocky areas. As a semi-arboreal species, it is adapted to both terrestrial and arboreal life, often found in trees or on the ground. The Savu python plays a role as a predator in its ecosystem, preying on small mammals and birds.
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