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Origin of the term 'Royal' Python?....>

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Posted by: BackBeat at Wed Aug 9 12:09:24 2006   [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by BackBeat ]  
   

What is the origin of the term 'Royal' Python?

I've always assumed it was due to the snake being worshipped and having temples/shrines devoted to it in parts of Africa.

Someone correct me if I've been wrong all these years. Thanks.

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