Safari Park Dvůr Králové announces successful hatching of African rock pythons

Ten baby African rock pythons, the largest snakes in Africa, have hatched at the Safari Park Dvůr Králové in the Czech Republic. This breeding success is noted as unique, as no other zoo has successfully bred this species within the last year.

The hatchlings emerged between August 4 and August 5 from a clutch laid in mid-June. To ensure survival, keepers maintained the eggs in an incubator at approximately 32 degrees Celsius with 90 percent humidity. Each hatchling measured roughly 60 centimeters upon emergence, significantly larger than the 10-centimeter eggs.

African rock pythons are known for their aggressive nature and rapid growth, with adults potentially reaching 7.5 meters in length and weighing up to 100 kilograms. While the species is classified as ‘near threatened’ due to hunting and local fear, the successful hatching represents a significant achievement for the facility, which specializes in African wildlife.