How to Draw an African Rock Python

In this quick tutorial you'll learn how to draw an African Rock Python in 4 easy steps - great for kids and novice artists.

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Below are the individual steps - you can click on each one for a High Resolution printable PDF version.

At the bottom you can read some interesting facts about the African Rock Python.

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How to Draw an African Rock Python - Step-by-Step Tutorial

Step 1: To start drawing your African Rock Python, you will need to draw its head. Draw a circle and leave an opening at the top.

Step 3: Now you will draw the snake's body. For the body you will draw two parallel curving lines that move in an S shape and come together at a point for the tail.

Interesting Facts about the AFRICAN ROCK PYTHON

The African Rock Python is a member of the reptile family and the scientific term for them is Python sebae. The name python comes from Greek mythology in reference to the character Apollo slaying a serpent. Another name for this animal is the Natal Rock Python.

Did you know?

• The animal was first documented in 1788.
• The southern subspecies was first documented in 1833.
• This is the 5th largest snake in the world.
• They can grow to be over 24 feet long.
• The southern subspecies can grow to be over 14 feet long.
• The snake is 1 of 7 species of pythons.
• They have reached weights of up to over 200 pounds.
• They can have up to 100 eggs when pregnant.

This species is found on rocks near warm water of tropical climates at various locations of western, central, and southern Africa. They’ve a pattern somewhat similar to that of a giraffe, and a little bit similar to the Burmese Python. They constrict their prey to suffocate them. This snake needs a regular source of water and they’re found in forests and deserts. They’re protective of their nest, especially when there are eggs.