Scientists found a shocking way to track Florida's invasive pythons: let the snakes swallow GPS-collared opossums.
Unexpected python trackers: Tagged raccoons and opossums have led scientists directly to Burmese pythons after being eaten, offering a new tool for locating the elusive snakes. Ecological stakes: ...
Opossums are becoming Florida’s secret weapon against giant invasive pythons—thanks to GPS collars and a wild discovery.
Researchers in Florida are capturing invasive Burmese pythons by using tracking devices placed on raccoons and possums.