"This is a South Florida problem that is rapidly turning into a Central Florida problem." ...

Anyone joining the 2026 Florida Python Challenge must register and complete an online training course.

In Florida, the Burmese python has established itself as “a slithering menace that is wiping out species”, Galante says.

Florida scientists removed a record 177 Burmese pythons weighing over four tons, using innovative tracking methods to protect ...

Nothing says Florida quite like a state agency-sponsored event where participants can win $10,000 in cash by hunting and ...

Florida's annual effort to tackle one of the world's most notorious invasive species is returning this July, but wildlife ...

Last year, Taylor Stanberry caught 60 Burmese pythons with her bares hands—a state record. But this self-taught hunter says ...

It's important for new or wanna-be python hunters to understand the basics when it comes to eliminating the invasive ...

Florida hosts an annual Python Challenge, offering a $10,000 prize to the participant who removes the most invasive pythons. The 2025 challenge winner, Taylor Stanberry, was the first woman to win and ...

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

As python hunters head out into the Everglades for the 2026 Florida Python Challenge, many of them will feel the bite of the invasive snake.

Florida wildlife officials released more information about the 2026 Florida Python Challenge on Tuesday, which brings hunters from all over to compete for a big cash prize while also helping protect ...