Florida is hosting a Python Challenge in the Everglades to help control the population of these invasive snakes. The competition aims to educate the public about the threats posed by Burmese pythons and to encourage their removal from the fragile ecosystem of the Everglades. Participants will have the opportunity to win cash prizes for catching the most pythons, the longest python, and the heaviest python. The removal of these snakes is crucial to protecting the diverse wildlife that calls the Everglades home.

The Python Challenge is open to both experienced snake hunters and novices, with training sessions available for those who are new to python hunting. This event provides a hands-on opportunity for people to make a positive impact on the environment and contribute to the conservation of the Everglades.