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==Description==
The rough-scaled python is able to grow to around {{convert|2|m|ft|abbr=on}} in total length. It has a traingular shaped head with a conspicuous constriction at the neck area.<ref name=arp/> ''M. carinata'' is distinguished by the presence of a large [[parietal scale]] and by having distinct [[keeled scales|keeled]] dorsal scales. The body is slim and muscular. The color pattern is light honey-tan with darker reddish-brown markings or dark brown with pale brown blotches. The blotches become larger toward the tail so the patter appears to be reversed.<ref name=arp/> The belly is white, possibly with black spots. The markings are thought to assist in providing [[camoflage]]. The wrinkled to corrugated scales also assist the snake in climbing up sandstone and crevices.<ref name=azoo/>
==Captivity==
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