They established a wild population in the 1980s, according to the study, and Sandfoss said they can grow to be 19 feet long and weigh more than 150 pounds.

• If you spot a Burmese python, other nonnative snakes, or a tegu or monitor lizard, FWC says to report your sighting to its Invasive Species Hotline at 888-Ive-Got1 (483-4681).

An Alligator pictured with a Burmese Python in its mouth. The population of Burmese Pythons in Florida has ballooned since 2020. Public Domain/National Park Service ...

As of 2012, the raccoon population had dropped 99.3 % since 1997. The opossums population dropped 98.9% and bobcats 87.5%.

The growing Burmese python population in South Florida and into Everglades National Park and its many unknowns have led scientists to the realization that the eradication of the invasive species ...

The Burmese python population exploded in the mid-90s after being imported from South Asia as exotic pets. Burmese pythons are usually between six to nine feet but can grow over 15 feet long.