Florida scientists are using opossums to secretly track invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades-and it's working.

Are Florida's invasive Burmese pythons are more active in warmer months? Signs show signs of cold tolerance, potentially spreading north.

Once imported to Florida as exotic pets, Burmese pythons have become one of the most devastating invasive species the state has ever faced. As their numbers grow, their impact on native wildlife in the Everglades becomes more dire. Recent studies reveal ...

Some of Florida’s opossums may soon start dying for a noble cause. A few select marsupials fitted with tracking collars may begin to lead scientists to invasive Burmese pythons (Python bivittatus) slithering through the Everglades.

Florida is home to some of the most unique ecosystems in the United States, from the vast wetlands of the Everglades to coastal marshes and subtropical forests. But these remarkable habitats are increasingly under pressure from one of the state’s most ...