Burmese Python Quiz

What is the scientific name of the Burmese Python?

• Python bivitattus

• Python regius

• Python reticulatus

• Python molurus

What do Burmese pythons primarily eat?

• Leaves and grass

• Fish and insects

• Small mammals and birds

• Fruits and vegetables

How do Burmese pythons catch and eat their prey?

• By biting and injecting venom

• By using their sharp claws

• By coiling around and squeezing

• By chasing and outrunning

What is the average lifespan of a Burmese python in the wild?

• 5 to 10 years

• 10 to 15 years

• 30 to 35 years

• 20 to 25 years

How long can Burmese pythons grow?

• Up to 10 feet

• Up to 15 feet

• Up to 23 feet

• Up to 30 feet

Where are Burmese pythons considered an invasive species?

• Amazon Rainforest

• Florida Everglades

• Sahara Desert

• Great Barrier Reef

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How do female Burmese pythons keep their eggs warm?

• By using sunlight

• By sitting on them

• By covering them with leaves

• By shivering their muscles

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What special feature do baby pythons use to hatch from their eggs?

• A special egg tooth

• Strong claws

• A sharp beak

• A long tail