Carl Jackson caught this year's heaviest Burmese python in Florida. Could the next catch happen in Palm Beach County?

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. One of Florida's most anticipated events of the year is almost here — the 2026 Florida Python Challenge. The Burmese python is a ...

A quick look at ball pythons and what makes them fascinating reptiles.

Burmese pythons — destructive and invasive snakes with few natural predators in Florida — have developed a foothold outside the Everglades.