The Economic Times

In 2024, Florida scientists found a surprising way to detect invasive snakes: Their DNA can be found in water and soil even after they are gone

A 2024 study by Florida scientists found that invasive snakes can be detected through traces of DNA left behind in water and soil. The new eDNA testing method could help wildlife officials locate elusive Burmese pythons and other invasive species without having to spot or capture the snakes, potentially improving early detection and conservation efforts.