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Python sebae, African rock python
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Python sebae, African rock python
Hand coloured lithograph from final volume of Erpetologie Generale ou Histoire Naturelle complcte des Reptiles (1854) by A.M.C. Dumeril, G. Bibron, and A. Dumeril
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Diapsid Diapsida Henophidia Lepidosaur Lepidosauria Ophidia Python Reptile Reptiles Reptilia Sauropsid Sauropsida Scaled Reptile Serpentes Snake Squamata Pythonidae
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This stunning hand-colored lithograph depicts the African Rock Python, Python sebae, a powerful and enigmatic snake native to the African continent. The illustration is taken from the final volume of Erpetologie Generale ou Histoire Naturelle complète des Reptiles (1854), a comprehensive work on the natural history of reptiles authored by the renowned naturalists A.M.C. Dumeril, G. Bibron, and A. Dumeril. The African Rock Python is a member of the Pythonidae family, which is part of the larger order Squamata, encompassing lizards and snakes. This particular species is also classified under the suborder Serpentes, order Ophidia, class Reptilia, and subclass Lepidosauria. The African Rock Python is a diapsid, meaning it possesses two openings in the skull for the nasal and temporal bones, and is further classified as a sauropsid, a reptile with a backbone and a body covered in scales. The intricate detail in this lithograph showcases the African Rock Python's distinctive features, such as its large, triangular head adorned with small, bead-like scales, and its powerful, muscular body. The snake's scales are depicted in various shades of brown, with a pattern of darker blotches running down its length. The African Rock Python is a non-venomous constrictor, relying on its impressive size and strength to subdue its prey. This beautiful illustration provides a glimpse into the natural history of the African Rock Python, offering a captivating and educational look at this remarkable creature. The intricate detail and vibrant colors showcase the skill and dedication of the illustrators and naturalists who worked on this groundbreaking work, making it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history or reptile-themed art.
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