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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 Begin 2008
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.
 
Prescribed Fire in Everglades National Park  

Did You Know?
On April 21, 1958, Everglades National Park conducted the first prescribed fire for ecological management in both the Park and the National Park Service. This burn pioneered using fire as a resource management tool nationwide.

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Last Updated: May 12, 2008 at 14:23 EST