African rock pythons, spread across sub-Saharan Africa, sometimes display rare cooperative hunting behaviors. These pythons are powerful constrictors, capable of capturing large prey due to their considerable size and specialized physical traits. They dominate their ecosystems and maintain prey populations while being adaptable to diverse habitats such as savannas, forests, and riverbanks.
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