Florida Python Challenge: 10 questions for expert ahead of competition

The News-Press and Naples Daily News asked Kodiak Hengstebeck of the FWC 10 questions about this year's Python Challenge.

Florida Python Challenge is back. Why the state wants more snake hunters

The annual Florida Python Challenge is set to begin. Starting at 12:01 a.m. ET July 10 and concluding at 5 p.m. July 19, ...

Snakes that shine like rainbows: 7 iridescent snakes from around the world you need to see to believe

Snakes are frightening slithering reptiles, and one wouldn’t even dream of encountering them in their wildest dreams. These ...
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The Florida Python Challenge is back, and it’s seeking hunters to kill invasive snakes for a $10,000 grand prize

Last year’s winner was Taylor Stanberry, who removed 60 Burmese pythons in the record-breaking 2025 event ...