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

Today the dates will be announced for the 2026 Florida Python Challenge. But who can forget 2025 when history was made?

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will announce the dates for this year's Python Challenge on May 19.

Longest python caught in the 2025 Florida Python Challenge was recorded in the Novice category. Plus a look at some of the ...

Nearly 300 Burmese pythons were removed during a record-setting Florida Python Challenge this year, state wildlife officials said. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free ...

Previous coverage: Python Challenge winner announced; 60 Burmese pythons removed TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Registration is open, and dates have been announced for the 2026 Florida Python Challenge. The ...

There's a new winning snake in the state's "Python Challenge." The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said Sunday that Blake Russ, of Fruitland Park, should have won $1,000 for bagging ...

The dates for the 2026 Florida Python Challenge – the annual 10-day hunt for invasive Burmese pythons – were announced today, May 19, with registration now open. The 2026 python hunt will run from ...

Registration is open for the 2026 Florida Python Challenge, a 10-day competition that offers participants a shot at $25,000 in prizes for removing invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades. The ...

Florida wildlife officials released more information about the 2026 Florida Python Challenge on Tuesday, which brings hunters ...