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Friday, May 1, 2026

The Gainesville Ledger

Environment

Researchers exploring opossums as a tool to combat Florida’s invasive Burmese pythons

Scientists are investigating whether opossums could play a role in Florida’s ongoing effort to control the Burmese python population, according to a report from The Gainesville Sun. The headline suggests an emerging or experimental approach is under consideration, though specifics of the research or proposal were not available from the source.

Sources: The Gainesville Sun

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