Burmese python parasite is killing native Florida snakes and spreading fast

Initially established in Everglades National Park in the early 1980s, Burmese pythons quickly put a stranglehold on Florida's ...
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Wildlife officials ask Florida residents to report sightings of this ‘elusive’ snake. Here’s why

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are asking the public to report sightings of the “elusive” rainbow snake, according to a news release. The FWC said the visually ...
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Watch your step: Florida’s most snake-infested lakes ranked

Florida is home to 46 native snake species, four invasive species, and six venomous snake categories. The Everglades are known for the invasive Burmese python, which can grow over 15 feet long and ...
Tallahassee Democrat

These 5 Florida lakes are most ‘snake-infested’ waters in the entire state, ranking says

Florida is home to 46 native snake species, four invasive species, and six venomous snake categories. The Everglades are known for the invasive Burmese python, which can grow over 15 feet long and ...
Tallahassee Democrat

Are there rainbow snakes in Florida? If you’ve seen one, FWC wants to know

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is asking the public to report sightings of these rare snakes, not seen in Florida for over 5 years. Habitat loss, dwindling food sources and snake ...
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Florida crocodile found with spear, bullet in its head; Zoo works to save the reptile

MIAMI, Fla. (WFLA) — An 8-foot American crocodile is on her way to recovery at Zoo Miami after what appears to have been a harrowing ordeal. Officials said the injured crocodile was found Tuesday in ...