Giant Python Found In Hardee County

We mean, it was a really big snake. This one wasn't found in The Everglades.

Zolfo Springs in Hardee County isn't known as a place to find exotic snakes. However, a man saw something on his family's property.

He called a family member for help and they shot the snake. It was a Burmese python, and the snake was 16 feet 4 inches long.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said that pythons are breeding in south Florida, but not in areas like Hardee County. They believe this was a snake that was kept in captivity.

You can call FWC's Exotic Species Hotline at 1-888-Ive-Got1 if you spot a Burmese python, or any other invasive species.

[Source: Fox 13 News]
According to Winknews.com, several Burmese pythons larger than 17 feet have been found in the wild in Florida. An 18 foot 9 inch beat the previous record holder by one inch.