Green Tree Python (Morelia viridis)

The Green Tree Python lives in the treetops of New Guinea, Indonesia, and the Cape York Peninsula in Australia. 

Its green coloration allows it to blend in seamlessly with its leafy surroundings. This species has adapted well to life above ground, with its slender body quickly coiling around tree branches.

Interestingly, Green Tree Pythons change color as they age. When young, they are yellow or red but transform into a vibrant green as they mature.

The Green Tree Python patiently waits for prey to pass before striking. Besides its vision, it has heat-sensing pits on its lips, enabling it to detect warm-blooded prey in the chilly forest environment.

When threatened, the Green Tree Python curls into a tight ball with its head safely tucked within the coil.