Look What was Caught Next to My Riding Spot
#1
07-31-2009, 03:44 PM
Look What was Caught Next to My Riding Spot
You've got to be kidding me. 
These pythons are getting out of control down here!!!
Large Burmese python captured in Okeechobee County
Okeechobee Veterinary Hospital staff hold a 17-foot Burmese python that was captured there and killed Thursday. (Okeechobee Veterinary Hospital, courtesy / July 31, 2009)
OKEECHOBEE COUNTY - State wildlife officials say the capture of a 17-foot Burmese python on private property in Okeechobee County shows why a program to hunt them in the Everglades is necessary.
The 207-pound snake was caught Thursday afternoon on the property of Okeechobee Veterinary Hospital and destroyed, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said.
The reptile did not have a microchip, which is required for it to be a pet, officials said.
"The capture of this large python shows us how well these snakes can thrive in the wild and create a dangerous situation after illegal release or escape," said commission chairman Rodney Barreto. "It also illustrates why the FWC is partnering with other agencies to implement python control measures in South Florida."
On July 17, the agency launched a program allowing reptile experts to capture and euthanize Burmese pythons on state-managed lands around the Everglades.
To date, seven permits have been issued and five pythons have been captured. Several more permits will be issued in the coming weeks.
The program continues until Oct. 31, when the commission will analyze the data and determine if the program should be extended or expanded.
These pythons are getting out of control down here!!!
Large Burmese python captured in Okeechobee County
Okeechobee Veterinary Hospital staff hold a 17-foot Burmese python that was captured there and killed Thursday. (Okeechobee Veterinary Hospital, courtesy / July 31, 2009)
OKEECHOBEE COUNTY - State wildlife officials say the capture of a 17-foot Burmese python on private property in Okeechobee County shows why a program to hunt them in the Everglades is necessary.
The 207-pound snake was caught Thursday afternoon on the property of Okeechobee Veterinary Hospital and destroyed, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said.
The reptile did not have a microchip, which is required for it to be a pet, officials said.
"The capture of this large python shows us how well these snakes can thrive in the wild and create a dangerous situation after illegal release or escape," said commission chairman Rodney Barreto. "It also illustrates why the FWC is partnering with other agencies to implement python control measures in South Florida."
On July 17, the agency launched a program allowing reptile experts to capture and euthanize Burmese pythons on state-managed lands around the Everglades.
To date, seven permits have been issued and five pythons have been captured. Several more permits will be issued in the coming weeks.
The program continues until Oct. 31, when the commission will analyze the data and determine if the program should be extended or expanded.
#4
07-31-2009, 04:31 PM
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Duuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuude!!!!! I just got one of those all over body shivers......normally that's a good thing, but after seeing that picture I think I just peed a little. YIKES!!!
#5
07-31-2009, 05:12 PM
You know I always do in the Glades, but damn I may have to get an old school long blade folding razor too........just in case
#7
07-31-2009, 06:12 PM
Thats awesome,... I'd love to see one of those. I hear snake isn't bad at the dinner table either. I'm not a big hunting fan..but that would be an interesting animal to hunt.....with a shotgun of course.
My weapons permit is good in Florida...hey Mullet, want to go hunt some snakes?
My weapons permit is good in Florida...hey Mullet, want to go hunt some snakes?
#9
07-31-2009, 06:31 PM
If you think you have a sack that can handle the Glades come on down.
My usual carry.... come prepared. I may suck as a dirt bike rider, but I could survive in the swamp for years, and live well.
My usual carry.... come prepared. I may suck as a dirt bike rider, but I could survive in the swamp for years, and live well.