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The environmental damage caused by Burmese pythons is a disaster of monumental proportions, and the urgency of the situation cannot be overstated. The problem began with owners releasing pythons that had become too large to keep near children or pets. The situation escalated in 1992 when Hurricane Andrew released the population of a python breeding facility into the environment of South Florida. Population estimates vary from 300,000 to 1 million, and it's difficult to determine the exact number. Recent forecasts by USGS are even more troubling, suggesting that the python's range is expanding due to climate change. 

 

DNA of the African rock python found in the Burmese python population was initially thought to be the result of pet owners releasing African rock pythons. However, it was later discovered that this DNA was naturally present in the original Burmese python population. This is concerning because African rock pythons are known to be more aggressive than Burmese pythons. In September 2013, in a Miami-Dade County suburb, a Burmese python killed a 60-pound Siberian Husky in its owner's backyard, a clear indication that these pythons are now encroaching on high-population areas.

 

Over lunch in Q1 2023, two individuals, each with a background in information technology and both concerned about the environment, decided to tackle the problem of finding a way to achieve what seemed impossible: reversing the Python population growth trend. This was a challenge and an opportunity to innovate and make a real difference. 

 

Although our efforts eventually resulted in patent application, initial discussions regarding approaches to removing this invasive species were frustrating and dead-end. One fact and Burmese characteristics laid waste to each proposed solution we came up with. The reality was sobering; Burmese pythons are one of the most perfect creatures on earth, and that perfection means the following:

 

• Burmese pythons literally blend into the environment. Even professional hunters admit to needing help to spot one less than a yard away. 

• They are mobile. This species is equally as comfortable in the water (including salt water) as on the ground. 

• Adaptability is one of the most impressive traits of the Burmese. USGS has data in its COREm database showing Climate-Induced Range Shifts. Imagine the Burmese's habitat halfway up the eastern coast. Unchecked, that is where it's headed. This adaptability is not just a characteristic; it's a warning sign of the significant threat these pythons pose to our environment. 

 

After considering dozens of approaches, we had an epiphany: the population could not be controlled unless we leveraged the python's instincts. 

 

ISVector (ISV) is not just a solution, it's a beacon of hope. It utilizes science, technology, and the instinctive behavior of invasive species to facilitate the humane removal of a targeted species from the ecosystem. A prey vector delivers multi-stage field euthanasia components to achieve reliable removal of species such as the Burmese python, the Tegu lizard, and wild pigs. The method allows for calibration of both coverage area and pressure. Notably, there is no human interaction with the target species.