Diamond Python

Hi! I’m a Diamond Python

The Diamond Python is found in coastal areas of New South Wales into Victoria. They are closely related to the Carpet Python, and have diamond-shaped blotches covering their bodies. They are an arboreal python, and spend their days in the trees, or occasionally in suburban area where they've been found living in roofs. Don't panic if there's a python in your rafters—they are non-venomous, and can help manage rats and possums!

The National Zoo & Aquarium is home to 1 Diamond Python, Coombah.

Diamond Python Facts

Taxonomy

Morelia spilota spilota

Population Movement

Unknown

Current Animals

Coombah

Life Span (captive)

15-20 years

Weight

15kg

Reproduction

In spring, female diamond pythons may attract several males all vying for the opportunity to mate. The clutch of 15-20 eggs is laid in early summer in a secluded spot and the female will coil around them until they hatch.

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Group Count

1

Life Span (wild)

15-20 years

Size

2m

Gestation

55-60 days incubation

Distribution

Central coast of NSW