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Conservancy Removes 6,300 Pounds of Invasive Pythons!

6/10/2025

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In a remarkable effort to protect native wildlife, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida has successfully removed a staggering 6,300 pounds of invasive Burmese pythons this breeding season alone, bringing the total to over 40,000 pounds since 2013. By tracking tagged males to find females, the team is fighting back against the devastating impact these snakes have on local ecosystems.

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In a remarkable effort to protect native wildlife, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida has successfully removed a staggering 6,300 pounds of invasive Burmese pythons this breeding season alone, bringing the total to over 40,000 pounds since 2013. By tracking tagged males to find females, the team is fighting back against the devastating impact these snakes have on local ecosystems.