US EditionFlorida's 2025 Python Challenge dates are set. Why the event could be key to saving the Everglades. | News Channel 3-12
- Florida officials announced the 2025 Florida Python Challenge will run from July 11 to 20 in South Florida to remove invasive Burmese pythons.
- The competition arose to combat the destructive impact that large Burmese pythons have had on the Everglades ecosystem since their first sighting in 1979.
- The annual event includes a 10-day public contest and education efforts to encourage Python removal on public and private lands across seven commission-managed areas.
- Last year, over 800 participants from 33 states and Canada removed 195 pythons, with $10,000 awarded for the highest number removed.
- Officials said the challenge aims to reduce python numbers and raise public awareness to protect Everglades biodiversity and support ongoing conservation efforts.
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FGCU professor speaks on state of Everglades as Python Challenge begins
The hunts about to begin in the Florida Everglades. The annual Florida Python Challenge, kicking off July 11, invites hunters from across the state to take part in a 10-day competition to capture and remove invasive Burmese pythons. $25,000 in prizes are on the line, including a $10,000 grand prize for the most pythons removed.While the annual event brings out eager competitors, scientists like Dr. Andrew Durso, Associate Professor of Wildlife B…
Florida's 2025 Python Challenge dates are set. Why the event could be key to saving the Everglades. | News Channel 3-12
By Sergio Candido, John MacLauchlan Click here for updates on this story HOMESTEAD, Florida (WFOR) — Florida wildlife officials have unveiled the dates for the 2025 Florida Python Challenge, as part of a broader conservation effort to protect the Everglades from invasive Burmese pythons. The announcement, hosted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), took place …
Florida's 2025 Python Challenge dates are set. Why the event could be key to saving the Everglades.
By Sergio Candido, John MacLauchlan Click here for updates on this story HOMESTEAD, Florida (WFOR) — Florida wildlife officials have unveiled the dates for the 2025 Florida Python Challenge, as part of a broader conservation effort to protect the Everglades from invasive Burmese pythons. The announcement, hosted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), took place …
Python Hunters Wanted: Registration Opens For 2025 Florida Python Challenge
Calling all conservation enthusiasts and adventurous individuals! Registration is now open for the 2025 Florida Python Challenge, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to preserving the Everglades ecosystem while competing for a share of $25,000 in prizes. Hosted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the South Florida Water Management District, this […] Python Hunters Wanted: Registration Opens For 2025 Florida…
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