See it: Florida officials unleash dozens of snakes…for a good cause
Officials released 42 eastern indigo snakes into the wilds of Florida this week in an effort to recover local populations of the species.
Hurricanes Helene, Milton may have spread dangerous invasive species across Southeast
As the Southeast recovers from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, experts warn that floodwaters from the systems may have accelerated the spread of invasive species, which can be detrimental to local populations of plants and wildlife.
Video: Blind dog finds blind python in Florida Everglades: ‘Another notch on her belt’
Whoever said a blind dog can hunt has never met Helen. Not only can she hunt, but she recently found a blind python in the Florida Everglades.
Alligator spotted dragging massive Burmese python in Florida Everglades
Visitors to Florida’s Everglades National Park were shocked to witness an alligator hauling a massive Burmese python.
Python found eating deer in Florida stuns scientists
A study by biologists in Southwest Florida has uncovered that massive snakes known as Burmese pythons can consume larger prey than initially thought.
Florida Python Challenge 2024 removes nearly 200 invasive snakes from state
Nearly 200 pythons were removed from South Florida during the 2024 Florida Python Challenge.
Florida Python Challenge starts Friday
Florida snake hunters are ready to storm the Everglades and remove invasive Burmese pythons.
Florida Python Challenge registration opens
Registration for the 2024 Florida Python Challenge officially opened on Thursday.
Video: Colorado police officer finds live rattlesnake during car search
A Colorado police officer was left rattled on Sunday night when he searched a car for drugs and instead came face to face with a live rattlesnake, authorities said.
FWC captures massive Burmese python in Everglades
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission captured one of the heaviest Burmese pythons on record in the Everglades.
Florida's native snake population sees decline caused by invasive parasite: Researcher
The native snake population in Florida is declining, and researchers have found that it's due to an invasive parasite called "Snake Lungworm."
Video: Snake startles Florida driver who mistook it for a python and called deputies
A snake is back in its natural habitat after curling up inside a car engine in Southwest Florida.
Venomous snake calls on the rise for animal trappers in Tampa Bay area
Now more than ever, animal trappers say they're getting calls for venomous snakes.
Two dogs bitten by rattlesnake near Brooksville home, owners warn of dangers
The owners of two dogs who were bitten by a rattlesnake are warning others to be on the lookout. Their 9-year-old dog, Jango, was killed when he was bitten outside their Brooksville home over the weekend.
Florida Python Challenge aims to remove invasive species from Everglades
If you're looking to earn some extra cash or make what would surely be an unforgettable memory, the Florida Python Challenge might be for you.
North Port woman nearly killed after rattlesnake bites her while on hike in Myakkahatchee Creek
A North Port woman is recovering in the hospital after a rattlesnake bite nearly killed her.
Deputies capture snake that slithered into Pinellas County home
A Pinellas County resident had to call authorities to remove an unwelcome visitor.
Florida Python Challenge registration open for snake hunters
The 2023 Florida Python Challenge® gives participants the opportunity to win over $30,000 in prizes and contribute to Everglade restoration efforts.
WATCH: Giant python crosses road in Florida Everglades
A video of a gigantic Burmese python crossing a road in the Florida Everglades is stunning viewers – but many think the person taking the video should’ve run it over.
TSA: Traveler tries to sneak four-foot ‘emotional support’ snake through security at Tampa airport
Snakes on a plane? Not at Tampa International Airport. Transportation Security Administration agents at Tampa International Airport made a shocking discovery when they found a slithery stowaway trying to get through security.