Burmese pythons (Python bivittatus) are native to Southeast Asia. However, since the end of the 20th century, they have become an established breeding population in South Florida.

6 days ago · The invasive Burmese python is expanding its range in Florida, raising concerns among experts about the long-term impacts on the state's environment and biodiversity. …

Aug 4, 2025 · Burmese pythons are spreading northward from their established breeding range in the Florida Everglades. Crossbreeding with Indian rock pythons have allowed them to expand …

Burmese pythons do not have many natural predators in southern Florida, providing the opportunity for rapid population growth. Additionally, Burmese pythons can travel up to 48 …

Feb 4, 2025 · Burmese pythons in Florida. The invasive snakes number in the thousands and have unleashed havoc and destruction across more than 1,000 square miles of the …

Sep 30, 2024 · Native to Africa, Asia, and Australia, many python species have found their way to the United States thanks to their popularity in the pet trade. However, by way of an intentional …

Mar 17, 2025 · There have been at least 25 documented sightings of Burmese pythons on the Treasure Coast since 2004, and countless more of the invasive snakes likely have lurked …

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has documented breeding populations of Burmese pythons in Miami-Dade, Monroe and Collier counties, mainly within …

Sep 23, 2022 · They have been introduced in numerous areas in Florida. However, they are currently known to be established only in the southern Florida peninsula from Lake …

Jun 10, 2025 · Burmese pythons are native to southeastern Asia, but they began appearing in Florida in the 1970s, according to the South Florida Water Management District. It's suspected …