Scientists found a shocking way to track Florida's invasive pythons: let the snakes swallow GPS-collared opossums.

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Researchers are using tracking collars on opossums to find the invasive Burmese pythons in Florida. We explain how it's done.

Burmese pythons are an invasive species wreaking havoc on the South Florida ecosystem. Social media videos showcasing pythons are common, including those of hunters and the "Python Huntress." Pythons ...

Florida scientists are deploying GPS-collared opossums to locate and remove invasive Burmese pythons, a method discovered accidentally in 2022. The approach leverages the snakes’ natural predation on ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. One of Florida's most anticipated events of the year is almost here — the 2025 Florida Python Challenge. The Burmese python is a ...

Black snakes, a diverse group found worldwide, exhibit remarkable adaptations for survival in various habitats. From harmless constrictors maintaining ecological balance to venomous species demanding ...