New tracking tactic: Scientists found that transmitters on raccoons and opossums can lead them to pythons that have eaten the animals. Everglades at risk: Burmese pythons prey on native species, ...

New York state is home to three venomous snake species: the timber rattlesnake, Eastern massasauga, and Northern copperhead.

Researchers in Florida are capturing invasive Burmese pythons by using tracking devices placed on raccoons and possums.

Burmese pythons are an invasive species in Florida, primarily established in the Everglades and South Florida. These snakes ...

Invasive Burmese pythons have established a large population in South Florida after being released as exotic pets. Colder weather limits the pythons' range, but there is evidence they may be adapting ...