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Florida scientists broke their own record removing 4 tons of pythons

Over four tons of invasive Burmese pythons have been removed from Southwest Florida ecosystems during this breeding season.

Florida biologists remove over 8,000 pounds of invasive pythons during breeding season

Biologists with the Conservancy of Southwest Florida removed a record number of invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades ...

Record 8,000 pounds of pythons pulled from southwest Florida using sex drive

Biologists removed 8,080 pounds of invasive Burmese pythons from the outskirts of Naples in just six months. The biggest ...
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2026 Florida Python Challenge™ dates announced — registration now open

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 ...

Python egg hunt: Florida elimination program adds new reward category

The South Florida Water Management District is now rewarding hunters for removing python eggs and active nests from the ...
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Why Florida Can’t Shake Its Ongoing Invasive Snake Problem

Florida is home to some of the most unique ecosystems in the United States, from the vast wetlands of the Everglades to coastal marshes and subtropical forests. But these remarkable habitats are ...