The Florida Python Challenge is held annually to raise awareness of Burmese pythons, an invasive snake, and the damage it has inflicted on the Everglades.

The Florida Python Challenge is held annually to raise awareness of Burmese pythons, an invasive snake, and the damage it has inflicted on the Everglades.

The annual Florida Python Challenge started at 12:01 a.m. on July 11. It lasts 10 days.

How many hunters participated in the 2025 Florida Python Challenge? This year's competition started at 12:01 a.m. on July 11 at eight competition locations. Thompson said there were 934 total ...

The 2025 Florida Python Challenge, ending July 20, had 933 participants from 30 states and two countries. $25,000 in prizes will be awarded across professional, novice, and military categories.