Federal and state programs contract with members of the public to become paid python hunters and combat the invasive snakes in Florida.

Naples-based Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s python hunters smash records, removing massive invasive snakes to protect fragile Everglades wildlife.

With Florida's annual Burmese python hunt wrapping up Sunday (July 20) at 5 p.m., the next phase of the 2025 competition will be the announcement of the winners, including the $10,000 grand prize ...

With Florida's annual Burmese python hunt wrapping up Sunday (July 20) at 5 p.m., the next phase of the 2025 competition will be the announcement of the winners, including the $10,000 grand prize ...

MIAMI — On their Florida vacations, Rob Wessels and his family have pursued an array of typical outings — deep-sea fishing, a stroll at the farmers market, tanning at the pool and beach. On the most ...

The South Florida Water Management District's 2025 Python Elimination Program is helping to address the invasive snake population.