Florida's Burmese python problem so bad that a record hunt of 294 snakes in 10 days barely made a dent

A record-breaking result from Florida's annual python hunt is drawing attention — but for a sobering reason. Even after 294 ...
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Florida relaunches 10-day python hunt with $10,000 prize as invasive snakes overrun the Everglades

"By engaging the public in science-based invasive species management, we are able to raise awareness and strengthen support ...

Python Challenge movie hits U.S theaters. Expect 'swamp monsters.'

"The Python Hunt" made the film-festival circuit last year. Now it's in U.S. movie theaters, including Naples.
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New documentary film takes audiences up close into the world of Burmese python hunting

The new film 'The Python Hunt' follows the Florida Python Challenge, a 10-day competition in the Florida Everglades that aims ...

2026 Python Challenge hunters will find snakes unfazed by winter cold

The winter freeze didn't dim the Burmese python population in Florida but the drought may mean new challenges to hunters in ...

Ready to hunt some enormous snakes? The Florida Python Challenge returns.

Mark your calendar for July 10.
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Woman Wins 2025 Florida Python Challenge After Removing More Invasive Snakes Than Anyone Else

A total of 934 participants from 30 states and Canada took part in the annual challenge this year A woman has won the 2025 Florida Python Challenge's grand prize after removing 60 invasive snakes from ...