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family pythonidae

 

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Noun family pythonidae has 1 sense
  1. Pythonidae, family Pythonidae - in some classifications a family separate from Boidae comprising Old World boas
    --1 is a kind of reptile family

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Family Pythonidae

Description:

The Family Pythonidae, commonly known as pythons, is a group of nonvenomous snakes found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. They are characterized by their elongated bodies, flexible jaws, and heat-sensitive pits on their lips. Pythons are known for their ability to constrict their prey before swallowing it whole.

Sense 1: Zoology

In zoology, the term "family Pythonidae" refers to a family of snakes that belong to the order Squamata. This family includes some of the largest snake species, such as the reticulated python and the Burmese python.

Example sentence: The reticulated python, a member of the family Pythonidae, can grow up to 30 feet in length.

Sense 2: Popular Usage

In popular usage, the term "pythonidae" is often used interchangeably with "python" to refer to the snakes of the family Pythonidae. Pythons are commonly kept as pets by reptile enthusiasts.

Example sentence: My friend owns a beautiful ball python from the Pythonidae family.

Sense 3: Local

In certain regions, the term "family Pythonidae" might be used locally to refer to a specific grouping of pythons found in those areas.

Example sentence: The local Pythonidae population in this region consists of various species, including the Olive python and the Water python.

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