Florida Python Challenge has hunters trying to eliminate invasive Burmese snakes. Do they attack or kill humans? Are they venomous?

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Native scavengers may be exploiting Burmese python nests to their benefit but it's unclear how often it is happening.

Florida alligators are opportunistic feeders with a wide-ranging diet. Invasive Burmese pythons are on the gator menu.