Every month the South Florida Water Management District challenges contracted hunters to eliminate as many of the invasive snakes as they can.

In a region where the scale of the problem can feel overwhelming, 431 is a significant breakthrough.

Opossums are becoming Florida's secret weapon against giant invasive pythons-thanks to GPS collars and a wild discovery.

Here's what we know about the 2026 Florida Python Challenge, how the yearly hunt works and a little bit about last year's winner.

Are Florida's invasive Burmese pythons are more active in warmer months? Signs show signs of cold tolerance, potentially spreading north.

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The collars send a signal to researchers after a opossum is eaten, leading to the snake's location ...

The OP said they were prepared for danger and wanted to get "hands on with whatever I'm allowed to." ...

Scientists have discovered a new type of cell that helps Burmese pythons digest the entire skeletons of their prey. Pythons can eat prey over 100% of their body mass, including deer and bobcats. Just ...

Florida is home to a diverse ecosystem and is home to around 50 native snake species. While a vast majority of these reptiles ...