US: capture a python record of more than 5 meters

It is one of the largest specimens ever found in South Florida. He had 73 developing eggs inside.

A 64-kg and 5.2-meter long python was seized by researchers in Florida, who used innovative techniques. According to the Big Cypress National Reserve, which announced the new Sunday, this female snake, capable of swallowing a deer, contained 73 developing eggs inside.

It is one of the largest pythons ever caught in South Florida, according to this reserve located north of the Everglades Park.

The researchers found it by placing radio transmitters on male pythons, which allowed them to locate the female.

"Our team not only eliminates invasive snakes, but also collects data for research," scientists said, adding that these reptiles represented "a significant threat to wildlife," as nothing prevents breeding.

The Burmese python is considered an invasive species since its appearance in the region in 1980. The US government banned its import in 2012 because of its danger.

Source: agencies