Ahead of the Florida Python Challenge in July 2026, see what the bite of the snakes' powerful jaws looks like.

Former “Python Challenge” winner Taylor Stanberry says the timing of this year’s challenge should lead to lots of invasive ...

Florida's annual Python Challenge returns July 10 through July 19, offering $25,000 in prizes while encouraging the public to help remove invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades.

FWC announces winners of the 2025 Florida Python Challenge TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA )— In just about a week, registered participants ...

At Wildman's Pizza, visitors stop in for a slice of pie and python hunting history and souvenirs. Many hope to meet Wildman, ...

In two weeks, the 2026 Florida Python Challenge™ kicks off! Registered participants have the opportunity to win a share of ...

An insider's look at Florida’s war on invaders: the giant snakes, egg-eating predators and parasites spreading through the ...

Taylor Stanberry was named the Ultimate Grand Prize winner, and Michael Marousky caught the longest python at 15 feet, 11 inches. (2025, FWC) In just over two and a half weeks, the 2026 Florida Python ...

According to the Bible, the world’s first con man was a snake. It deceived Adam and Eve, leading them to commit the first sin, which is how we wound up living in this messed-up world we have now. I ...

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 ...

Burmese pythons are an invasive species in Florida that pose a significant threat to the Everglades ecosystem. The Florida Python Challenge is an annual event designed to raise awareness and remove ...