Pythons are non-native to Florida and non-venomous snakes. Burmese pythons are one of the largest snakes in the world. The ball python found in Vero Beach was "friendly" and docile when rescued.

What is a ball python snake? And why isn't this 'nice cousin' to the Burmese hunted in Florida? We explain the details.

While most people realize that any 18-foot, 200-pound snake living wild in Florida is a Burmese python, smaller pythons can resemble native snakes.

Snakes come in various sizes, colors, and temperaments, with some being friendly and suitable as pets too. This guide highlights the friendliest snake species, including the Rough Green Snake ...

A Florida community caught nearly two dozen ball pythons slithering around. Between the species and the Burmese pythons, what are the differences?

Ball pythons, in general, are one of the most popular pet snake species due to their docile nature and ease of care. However, the Sunset Ball Python is very rare and hard to breed due to genetic ...

A ball python, a snake native to Africa, was found at Herrick Lake Forest Preserve in DuPage County Wednesday.

What is a ball python? And why isn't this 'nice cousin' to the Burmese hunted during the Florida Python Challenge? We explain the details.