Pythons are a nonvenomous snake from around Africa, Asia and Australia, and among its' 40 species it includes Childrens Pythons, Reticulated Pythons, Tree Pythons and True Pythons, such as Royals and Blood Pythons. Though there are many very large species of python, the more common ones tend to be manageable and they are usually really good pets for handling, especially Royal Pythons.