Morelia spilota metcalfei

[citation needed] These pythons are semi-arboreal, typically inhabiting rocky outcrops, dry woodlands, riverine forests and flood plains.

[citation needed] Murray Darling pythons naturally feed on mammals, birds and lizards.

The type locality given is "Warrum bungle Mountains, New South Wales" [Australia].

[1] These pythons are popular as pets due to their mild temperament, although a license and fees are usually required in Australia.

As with other carpet python subspecies, both naturally occurring and designer morphs are common in captive specimens, such as albino or reduced pattern varieties.