The discovery in the Everglades of a Burmese python measuring 17 feet, 7 inches--the largest ever found in Florida--was startling enough. But inside the monstrous reptile were 87 eggs, also a state record, which help to illustrate how serious a problem wildlife experts have on their hands with this remarkably prolific invasive species.
Florida Museum of Natural History researchers examine state-record Burmese python, which measured 17 feet, 7 inches. Below image shows some of 87 eggs..
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