—”How far north can these things live?”
I do not have a solid answer, but certainly hope to be safe here in DuPage County, Northern Illinois???
Need I be concerned about alleged global warming extending its range?
That said, a fair size python was found in a local forest preserve a few years back.
Of course, they quickly announced it was a former pet that had escaped or was released.
I’m in Winnebago County. Last week someone posted locally that he had his pet python escape from his home and to BOLO for it. I haven’t heard if it’s been caught yet. I’m sure it’s nowhere near the size of that monster in Florida, but it still gives me the willies thinking about it…