• Boardwalk Everglades National Park

    Everglades

    National Park Florida

Wicked Tails & Bad Attitudes

Burmese python


Burmese Python, Python molurus bivittatus
Rapidly becoming a poster child for the fight against nonnative species, these large snakes are presenting new challenges to scientists and resource managers. Learn more here.

 
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New Regulations Took Effect in 2011
Thinking of buying a pet? Check first to see if you can legally possess it. The latest on prohibited species, permit requirements and more can be found here.
 
tokay gecko

Tokay Gecko, Gekko gecko
Originally from southeast Asia, the large Tokay gecko is now roaming some areas of Florida looking for a meal! Learn more here.
 

Did You Know?

Did You Know?

Everglades National Park preserves one of the largest stands of pine rockland in the world. This globally imperiled ecosystem is also considered one of the most biologically diverse areas in South Florida.