Florida Python Challenge Recap | Orlando News

Florida’s Python Challenge wrapped up with a record-breaking 96 pythons caught by top hunter Tom Rahill, who claimed the $10,000 grand prize—part of a massive effort to combat invasive Burmese pythons threatening the Everglades. Over 900 hunters removed 280 snakes total, including a 17-foot monster, with awards given for most pythons, longest snake, and performance across novice, professional, and military divisions. This high-stakes event not only raises awareness but mobilizes citizen scientists to protect native wildlife from these destructive invaders. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/05d88a4e064d1715