Have any humans have been killed by Burmese pythons? What to know Florida's large, invasive residents and their misconceptions

Possums are being put to work in Florida in the fight against invasive Burmese pythons, here's how the experts are using the creatures.

Scientists are using possums equipped with tracking devices to locate invasive Burmese pythons in Florida. When a possum stops moving, its collar signals its location, often indicating it has been eaten by a python.

Burmese pythons, one of the largest snake species in the world, could be the most destructive invasive animal in Florida Everglades history. They can swim, burrow and climb trees, and they eat almost anything, including prey much larger than themselves.