The South Florida Water Management District is now rewarding hunters for removing python eggs and active nests from the ...
"Such a beautiful creature ... too bad they're invasive and had to be destroyed soon after picture was taken." ...
"By engaging the public in science-based invasive species management, we are able to raise awareness and strengthen support ...
The water management district began its landmark python hunting program in 2017. Hunters generally earn an hourly rate of $13.
"Thank you for what you do for us in Florida." ...
Every month the South Florida Water Management District challenges contracted hunters to eliminate as many of the invasive snakes as they can.
Today the dates will be announced for the 2026 Florida Python Challenge. But who can forget 2025 when history was made?
A python hunter captured the second heaviest Burmese python on record in Florida, weighing 202 pounds. The captured female python measured 16 feet, 10 inches long and was found in the Big Cypress ...