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Ball pythons were long assumed to be solitary, but scientists discovered the snakes in captivity prefer each others’ company when given the chance to live socially. By Asher Elbein The ball python ...

Scientists have discovered a new type of cell that helps Burmese pythons digest the entire skeletons of their prey. Pythons can eat prey over 100% of their body mass, including deer and bobcats.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission consistently urges hunters to report or kill Burmese pythons to reduce the population of the invasive species. But this August, you could win big ...