Can you eat pythons? Florida snake hunter prefers his ground up like hamburger, however state recommends NOT eating the ...

What pythons may teach us about eating Although Burmese pythons might be considered one of the state's most reviled reptiles, they also have the potential to help with medical research.

Florida Python Challenge, July 11-20, 2025, has hunters trying to eliminate invasive Burmese snakes. Do they attack or kill humans? Are they venomous?

More than 900 people participated in the 2025 Florida Python Challenge. Contributing: Audrey Taylor Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY.

Can you eat pythons? Florida snake hunter prefers his ground up like hamburger, however state recommends NOT eating the slithering monster.