The Everglades are literally brimming with incredible birds. In fact, there are over 350 different species alone.

The Everglades is unique because fresh water in the Florida Bay meets the salt water of the Gulf of Mexico, creating a perfect ecosystem for both animals to live together.

West Indian Manatee

Alligators are aggressive, and they dominate the winding waterways of the Everglades. They feed off other animals in the ‘glades and can detect even the slightest movement in the water. So, if you’re wondering if it’s safe to go swimming in the Everglades – the answer is ABSOLUTELY NOT.

Although Anacondas are not native to Florida, both Green and Yellow Anacondas still found their way into the Everglades and are living there along with other species of snakes like the Burmese Python.

Like all nonnative reptile species, green anacondas are not protected in Florida except by anti-cruelty law and can be humanely killed on private property with landowner permission. This species can be captured and humanely killed year-round and without a permit or hunting license on 25 public lands in south Florida.

Can anacondas eat humans? Anacondas have a legendary status as “man eaters.” There have been reports of humans being eaten by anacondas, though none have been verified. The scientific consensus is, however, that an anaconda could eat a human. They eat prey that is tougher and stronger than humans, according to Rivas.

A Burmese python measuring nearly 19 feet long was found in the Florida Everglades, and the massive catch was caught on camera. From the moment they saw this python, Ryan Ausburn and Kevin Pavlidis knew she was something special. “I was like, ‘Oh, my God, that thing is massive,’” python hunter Pavlidis said.

Burmese python

You will probably feel the effects of a python bite because it can cause scratches, puncture wounds, bruising, and even possibly deeper internal damage. These bites may be painful during the bite and as your injuries heal.