WEC242: Burmese Pythons in South Florida: Scientific Support for Invasive Species Management
Figure 5. The indigo snake (Drymarchon couperi) can grow to over 2.4 m (8 ft.). Its large iridescent black scales appear bluish in certain light. The indigo is harmless to humans and is classified as a threatened species due to overcollecting and habitat destruction.
Credit: Mike Rochford, University of Florida
