
A Naples woman has become Florida's most celebrated wildlife warrior after removing 60 invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades in just 10 days, securing the top prize in a competition that saw nearly 1,000 hunters descend on America's largest subtropical wilderness to combat an ecological crisis.
The 2025 Florida Python Challenge crowned a new champion, Taylor Stanberry, who emerged victorious, not only securing the top prize but also a substantial $10,000 (£7390.05) award.