The reptiles, native to Southeast Asia, are considered an invasive species, and state law requires them to be euthanized ...

A record-breaking result from Florida's annual python hunt is drawing attention — but for a sobering reason. Even after 294 ...

Burmese pythons have devastated native wildlife, preying on animals that help keep the ecosystem balanced.

"By engaging the public in science-based invasive species management, we are able to raise awareness and strengthen support ...

Within the next couple of decades, the Key Largo woodrat could go extinct if the Burmese python population continues as is, a ...

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

Florida wildlife officials released more information about the 2026 Florida Python Challenge on Tuesday, which brings hunters from all over to compete for a big cash prize while also helping protect ...

Researchers say vultures feeding on Burmese python eggs in the Everglades marks the first documented case of native birds preying on a python nest in Florida.

Crayfish and amphibians are vanishing as a stealth invader spreads statewide, raising alarms about cascading losses across ...

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 ...

Invasive Burmese pythons continue to flourish throughout the Florida Everglades as these massive snakes are perfectly suited ...

The Florida Python Challenge is an annual 10-day competition to remove invasive Burmese pythons from South Florida's ecosystem. The 2025 challenge saw 934 participants remove a record 294 pythons, ...