Ball pythons, native to sub-Saharan Africa, are popular nonvenomous snakes known for their docile nature and distinct behavior of coiling into a ball when threatened. They play a vital role in ...

Non-Floridians may not be aware of this, but the Sunshine State is in a major battle with the Burmese python. From 1996 to 2006, nearly 100,000 were imported from Southeast Asia, with the U.S. banning ...

The Burmese python is on Florida’s most-wanted list when it comes to invasive species. The snake could devastate parts of the state’s ecosystem and cause environmental damage. >> Read more trending ...

For the first time, scientists have observed an egg-laying snake taking care of its young. Some snakes give birth to live young, but pythons lay eggs. Many animals that lay eggs will guard them and ...

Scientist on Burmese pythons: 'removing over 24 tons of python locally feels like a dent to me, but I’m biased.' ...

Burmese pythons, originating from Southeast Asia, have invaded Florida's Everglades, decimating native wildlife populations. Introduced via the pet trade, these massive constrictors prey on mammals, ...