Florida python hunt brings 800 competitors, thousands available in prize money
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Aug. 15 marks the start of a Florida python hunt, which will feature 800 competitors and offer thousands of dollars in prize money. Pythons are an invasive species in Florida.
"This is significant because every python removed is one less invasive species preying on our native birds, mammals and reptiles," said Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis.
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