Burmese pythons, one of the state's most fearsome invasive species, have been an established presence in the Everglades for more the 25 years. Scientists thought for years salty water, predators, ...

Expert at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida topped their own record for the most tonnage of Burmese python removed from ...

The South Florida Water Management District is now rewarding hunters for removing python eggs and active nests from the ...

Native scavengers may be exploiting Burmese python nests to their benefit but it's unclear how often it is happening.

Florida's python problem is widely tied to people importing exotic pets and releasing or losing them into the wild.

10-day competition offers $25,000 in prizes for removing invasive Burmese pythons from Everglades.

Burmese pythons are an invasive species in Florida, originally introduced through the pet trade. Florida officials advise reporting python sightings and permit the humane killing of the snakes on ...

Florida is known nationwide for boasting a myriad of eclectic residents, diverse environments and sometimes intimidating wildlife. But gators aren't the only massive reptile to look out for in the ...

Florida hosts an annual Python Challenge, offering a $10,000 prize to the participant who removes the most invasive pythons. The 2025 challenge winner, Taylor Stanberry, was the first woman to win and ...