Florida wildlife officials released more information about the 2026 Florida Python Challenge on Tuesday, which brings hunters ...

The competition takes place from Friday, July 10, until 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 19.

Here's what we know about the 2026 Florida Python Challenge, how the yearly hunt works and a little bit about last year's winner.

Avid and amateur hunters alike have the unique opportunity to compete for cash prizes as they work to rid the Everglades of the ravenous, invasive Burmese python. The ultimate grand prize is $10,000, ...