Serpents in the Sawgrass — the Evolving Story of Snakes in the Everglades

To coincide with the current Python Hunters exhibit, Museum Manager Thomas Lockyear will explore the history of human interactions with snakes in the Everglades region. From the clearing of rattlesnakes by pioneer settlers and the milking of venomous reptiles at roadside attractions to the present-day invasive python problem, snakes have been an integral element of the Everglades story and how it is perceived by visitors and residents alike.

The essential role that native snake species play in the Everglades ecosystem will also be discussed, as well as new information on the efforts of scientists, research teams, and contracted hunters to bring our biosphere back into balance.