The scale at which the Burmese python is able to decimate the native wildlife population in South Florida continues to astonish biologists studying to eradicate the invasive species. Researchers in ...

Scattered throughout the python hot spots among the cypress and sawgrass of South Florida is the state’s newest weapon in its arsenal to battle the invasive serpent —a mechanical lure meant to entice ...

Burmese pythons are among the largest snakes in the world. Adult animals average between 10 and 16 feet long, according to the University of Florida. The large, nonvenomous constrictor snakes are ...

Tracking a single male python through protected wetlands led biologists to one of the largest breeding females captured this year.

Bounty hunters paid by the state of Florida captured one ton of Burmese pythons in Florida. In April, the Florida House of Representatives voted to enter into competitive bid contracts with private ...