Ball pythons, native to sub-Saharan Africa, are popular nonvenomous snakes known for their docile nature and distinct behavior of coiling into a ball when threatened. They play a vital role in ...

The Burmese python is on Florida’s most-wanted list when it comes to invasive species. The snake could devastate parts of the state’s ecosystem and cause environmental damage. >> Read more trending ...

Non-Floridians may not be aware of this, but the Sunshine State is in a major battle with the Burmese python. From 1996 to 2006, nearly 100,000 were imported from Southeast Asia, with the U.S. banning ...

Scientist on Burmese pythons: 'removing over 24 tons of python locally feels like a dent to me, but I’m biased.' ...

The war being waged against Florida's most notorious pest experienced a recent battlefield victory. It's a sign humans could finally be gaining ground against one of the greatest invasions ever to ...

Burmese pythons, originating from Southeast Asia, have invaded Florida's Everglades, decimating native wildlife populations. Introduced via the pet trade, these massive constrictors prey on mammals, ...