In the heart of the Everglades, a battle rages on. Not one of man against man, but of man against nature. The 2023 Florida Python Challenge, as announced by Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez, saw a staggering 1,050 participants from 35 states and even Belgium. Their mission? To remove the invasive Burmese pythons that threaten Florida’s delicate ecosystem. This year, a whopping 209 Burmese pythons were extracted from South Florida during the 10-day competition, a testament to the growing concern over these invasive reptiles. Paul Hobbs emerged as the Ultimate Grand Prize Winner, having removed an impressive 20 pythons, earning him … Continue reading Everglades Under Siege: The Python Challenge Winners of 2023 Unveiled!