The annual event to help combat the invasive Burmese python is held in August. The FWC is holding a news conference to ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission announced the start date of the 2025 Python Challenge Thursday in Homestead. FWC ...

An annual challenge that’s “only in Florida” is set to be announced as hunters make preparations to remove an invasive species.State officials will<a class="excerpt-read-more" href=" More ...

This year's Florida Python Challenge officially ended at 5 p.m. on Sunday (Aug. 18). It marked the end of another 10-period where the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission invited the ...

Burmese pythons are nonvenomous, but they're one of the most destructive invasive species in Florida. Can you shoot them?

Friday marked the start of the annual Florida Python Challenge, where hunters head into the Everglades to track down invasive Burmese pythons in hopes of grabbing a share of $30,000 in prizes.

Statewide efforts to remove pythons include hunting programs and the annual Florida Python Challenge, but the invasive species remains a significant concern. In Palm Beach County, 69 Burmese pythons ...

Of the 44 species of snake that are native to Florida, six are venomous. Here's a guide to identifying them and the harmless ...

Burmese pythons, originating from Southeast Asia, have invaded Florida's Everglades, decimating native wildlife populations.

He always participates in the Florida Python Challenge, hosted by the wildlife commission to incentivize people to track down invasive Burmese pythons that thrive in Florida’s preserved wetlands.

Every August, the state encourages hunters to thin the Burmese snake population with a 10-day competition, The Florida Python Challenge, which offers prizes for the most killed and the longest ...