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Is Python a poisonous snake?

Yes, some pythons are venomous and can be medically significant, but the term "Python" commonly refers to a large, nonvenomous snake genus, not a poisonous snake. Separately, Py...

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Is Python a poisonous snake?

Direct answer: is Python a poisonous snake?

Yes, some pythons are venomous and can be medically significant, but the term "Python" commonly refers to a large, nonvenomous snake genus, not a poisonous snake. Separately, Python is also a widely used general-purpose programming language. This article explains both meanings, describes true poisonous snakes, compares the snake and the programming language, and outlines risks and identification to clarify confusion around the term.

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