Burmese pythons have reportedly found a way to adapt to cold snaps in Florida Getty Burmese pythons in Florida are reportedly evolving to adapt to cold temperatures in Florida Other reptiles, like ...

Evidence has shown that Burmese pythons are becoming cold-tolerant due to their genome being altered by evolutionary change Florida's invasive Burmese pythons are reportedly surviving despite ...

Frigid temperatures are set to continue over the next several days before another blast of arctic air spreads from the Plains to the Southeast Friday, Jan. 30, into Saturday, Jan. 31, with record low ...

Burmese pythons are an invasive species in South Florida, originally from Southeast Asia and introduced through the pet trade. The non-venomous constrictors disrupt the ecosystem by preying on native ...

A Southwest Florida python removal program has captured over 48,000 pounds of the invasive snakes. This year's python breeding season started earlier than usual, possibly due to warmer winter weather.

The invasive snakes are excellent swimmers and can hold their breath for up to 30 minutes. Pythons may increasingly be found in residential backyards and urban areas adjacent to these waterways.