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Python m. pimbura and Python molurus molurus: SCALATION?

Seba Oct 21, 2003 06:47 PM

Hi, I know Python molurus pimbura (Ceylonese python) is not considered a subspecies, but what are the differences in scalation? (I know pimburas are generally lighter in colour, but it is not a scientific difference).
Thank you so much
Stefano

Replies (1)

neal Oct 23, 2003 06:03 PM

Hi,
There are no definitive scalation differences between P.m.molurus and P.m.pimbura. All of the scale count ranges overlap. Both molurus and pimbura have the 6th or 7th supralabial scale in contact with the orbit. The pictures that I have seen of molurus from Southern India look very much like pimbura in color and pattern. I don't think pimbura and molurus should be bred together in captivity, but the law doesn't consider them to be valid subspecies. Take care, Neal.

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