Morelia kinghorni

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:adaptations adapted for arboreal life
gptkbp:average_temperature tropical temperatures
gptkbp:behavior nocturnal
gptkbp:breeding_behavior seasonal breeder
high success rate in captivity
females coil around eggs
gptkbp:breeding_season spring to summer
gptkbp:captive_breeding common in the pet trade
gptkbp:captivity_care requires large enclosures
gptkbp:climate_adaptation adapted to humid environments
gptkbp:climbing_ability excellent climbers
gptkbp:clutch_size about 60 days
up to 30 eggs
gptkbp:color_variation varies by locality
gptkbp:coloration black and yellow
gptkbp:colors various color morphs available in captivity
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Jungle_Carpet_Python
gptkbp:conservation_efforts monitored by wildlife agencies
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
not endangered in Australia
gptkbp:cultural_significance popular in herpetoculture
gptkbp:diet gptkb:carnivore
gptkbp:educational_role used in educational programs
gptkbp:family gptkb:Viper
gptkbp:first_described_by gptkb:G._A._B._Worrell
gptkbp:fossil_record not well documented
gptkbp:genetic_studies undergoing genetic research
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Morelia
gptkbp:habitat tropical forests
rainforests
gptkbp:habitat_range northern Queensland
gptkbp:handles can be handled with care
gptkbp:has_features distinctive head shape
gptkbp:has_skin banded
smooth scales
gptkbp:hatching_time about 30 cm
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Morelia kinghorni
gptkbp:hunting_technique ambush predator
gptkbp:length up to 2.5 meters
gptkbp:lifespan up to 20 years in captivity
gptkbp:local_names gptkb:Carpet_Python
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:Australia
gptkbp:pet_trade_popularity highly sought after in the pet trade
gptkbp:predators birds of prey
gptkbp:prey small mammals
gptkbp:public_interest popular among snake enthusiasts
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Morelia_spilota
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:reptile_classification part of the order Squamata
gptkbp:research subject of ecological studies
gptkbp:research_interest studied for behavior and ecology
gptkbp:size males larger than females
gptkbp:skin_color yellow with black markings
gptkbp:social_structure solitary except during mating
gptkbp:subspecies gptkb:Morelia_kinghorni_variegata
gptkbp:temperament generally docile
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
illegal pet trade
gptkbp:venomous false
gptkbp:wildlife gptkb:stable
often displayed in reptile houses
gptkbp:year gptkb:1963
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:carnivore
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4