<p><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href=" target="_blank">Invasive species</a> are a major problem for our ecosystems: Non-native plants and animals typically have no predators, allowing them to thrive and outcompete native species. One of these persistent invaders is the Burmese python, which is currently overwhelming South Florida—specifically within Everglades National Park. The state holds its annual Florida Python Challenge to help combat this issue, with 209 invasive pythons caught during this year's competition. While these removal efforts are meant to control the Burmese Python population, it is unlikely that the pythons will ever be eliminated. Read on to find out more about these giant creatures we'll have to learn to live with.</p>
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Pythons Are Moving North From Florida and Can't Be Stopped</a>.</strong></p>
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