Python Hunting Contest Opens In Everglades

In an effort to control the Everglades’ population of invasive Burmese Pythons, which can grow to 20 feet long, Florida officials opened a month-long hunting contest in which professional and amateur snake hunters will compete for cash prizes based on the number of snakes they kill. What do you think?

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  “I hope they don’t kill any of the cute little 10-foot pythons.”

  Georgina Stader –
  Dietitian

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  “What a thrill for amateur snake hunters to be standing shoulder-to-shoulder with the pros of snake hunting!”

  Gil Sabine –
  Rod Bending Machine Operator

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  “I predict this will end badly for someone. Most likely someone who puts a lot of time and effort into this contest and comes up short by a few snakes.”

  Herman Gould –
  Tombstone Setter