The event also draws attention to the risks of releasing nonnative pets into the wild.

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Case dismissed, but fight spotlights clash between aggressive invasive species threat and federal park rules on handling ...

Two Sanford police officers responded to an unusual call on June 22 after a large ball python was discovered inside an ...

Professional python hunter Amy Siewe recently posted a video on her Facebook page showing her cutting open a snake's egg to ...

In roughly two weeks, the 2026 Florida Python Challenge kicks off! Registered participants have the opportunity to win a ...

Taylor Stanberry caught 60 Burmese pythons during the 2025 Florida Python Challenge, setting a state record. Her work shows ...

A Florida cyclist who stopped to capture an invasive Burmese python in Everglades National Park found himself facing a fine ...

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The South Florida Water Management District's Python Elimination Program has been a big success since it started in 2025.

I’m excited to announce that the annual Florida Python Challenge™ is back for 2026! Kicking off on Friday, July 10 at 12:01 a.m., and running until Sunday, July 19 at 5 p.m., registered participants ...