A study by the U.S. Geological Survey looked at how Burmese pythons use trees for habitat in the Everglades, specifically Big Cypress National Preserve.
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Pythons in trees? You’ve got to be kidding me, Florida.
But it’s apparently true. Scientists tracking Burmese pythons in South Florida found the giant snakes regularly climbing trees.
So if you find yourself in python territory among cypress or live oak trees, don’t forget to look up.
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This article originally appeared on Tallahassee Democrat: Florida TODAY: Pythons in trees, property insurance, NBA Antetokounmpo
Reporting by Randi Atwood, USA TODAY Network-Florida / Tallahassee Democrat
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This story was originally published September 30, 2026 at 9:38 AM.
