The crossword solution for the term 'PYTHONS, E.G.' is BOAS, which stands for 'Boids Of A Similar Species'. Boas are a group of non-venomous snakes found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, Africa, Asia, and some Pacific Islands. They are typically large and heavy-bodied, and can range in size from a few feet to over 10 feet long. Pythons, e.g. are a type of boa, and are among the largest and heaviest snakes in the world.