Just when you thought you knew everything about one of Florida's least-favorite invasive species, a surprise emerges. Scientists have discovered a new type of cell that helps Burmese pythons digest ...

Scientists have unlocked the mystery of how Burmese pythons digest bones without leaving any trace in their droppings. The secret lies in specialized intestinal cells that collect excess calcium and ...

Few animals can stomach an entire meal like a Burmese python. These snakes, known for swallowing prey whole, have now revealed a digestive secret hidden deep within their intestines. A recent study, ...

Note to readers: The Naples Daily News and News-Press asked experts questions about Burmese pythons in 2024. The invasive python is wreaking havoc with the ecosystem in southern parts of Florida. AMY ...

"They are starting to populate areas outside the Everglades." Video of giant snake with unexpected discovery in its stomach ...

Florida scientists are using robotic rabbits to lure invasive Burmese pythons out of hiding. Designed to mimic real prey with heat, motion, and scent, these decoys offer a humane, tech-driven way to ...

Burmese pythons are an invasive species in Florida that have significantly impacted the native mammal population. The python population likely became established after escaping breeding facilities ...

The Burmese python is one of the largest snakes in the world. Adult snakes caught in Florida are between 6 and 9 feet on average, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

A construction crew working on U.S. 1 just south of the City of Miami discovered a huge 14-foot Burmese python Wednesday morning and flagged down a deputy from the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office for help ...