There was no kidding around when a five-meter (16-foot) amethyst python decided to dine out at Kuranda, in north-east Australia – it devoured a 35kg (77-pound) goat, horns and all, The Cairns ...

Oh, and you might be wondering where the name amethystine python comes from? It’s exactly what it sounds like – if you look closely, and in the right light, you’ll see this truly unique creature ...