Indian Rock Python : Declined
Indian Rock Python species is believed to have declined across Tamil Nadu, except in the Moyar Valley, where the pythons seem to be thriving.
- Indian Rock Python is a large, nonvenomous python species.
- It is known by the common names Black-tailed python and Asian rock python.
- Indian pythons are usually whitish or yellowish in color with the blotched patterns varying from tan to dark brown shades.
- Conservation Status
- IUCN: Near Threatened
- CITES: Appendix II
- Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972: Schedule I
- Threats: Habitat distraction and illegal trade
