How many pythons caught in florida

More: Burmese python research partnership in Naples expands. Follow reporter Karl Schneider on Twitter karlstartswithk. Facebook Twitter Email. Florida python hunters didn't miss a beat during the pandemic — they're breaking records. Karl Schneider Naples Daily News.

Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Learn More. The competition was hosted by Gov. More than people registered for the day competition, removing invasive non-native snakes while raising awareness about invasive species.

Letters to the Editor Submit a Letter. Investigations Narratives Pulitzer Winners. Connect with us. About us. Obituaries Homes Jobs Classifieds. Careers Advertise Legal Contact. Log in. Account Manage my subscription Activate my subscription Log out. Professional hunters can make a significant profit from their efforts, earning a bounty of several hundred dollars from the state for each snake, then turning them into python skin goods such as boots, handbags and purses for sale.

Kimmel also feeds the meat to feral hogs at his ranch. This article is more than 1 year old. Python wars: the snake epidemic eating away at Florida. Read more.