Catches like this can be a massive win toward slowing the spread of a problematic invasive species.
What began as a family outing to help remove invasive snakes from Florida's Everglades quickly turned into a terrifying fight ...
A wildlife biologist was photographed carrying a 153-pound python on Christmas Eve. The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is a leader in Burmese python research and removal efforts. Ten Burmese pythons ...
The Conservancy’s python tracking team made the first capture of the breeding season with scout snake #118 “Snaquan” in November 2025, removing a 17-foot, 148 lb female python. Conservancy of ...
Burmese pythons spread beyond the Everglades as Florida's Python Challenge begins, offering $25,000 in prizes.
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, ...