Quick Info
| Profession | python hunter; nonprofit founder; former information technology entrepreneur |
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| Nationality | American |
Latest News about Tom Rahill
19/08/2026
Rahill also appeared in South Florida Water Management District’s July contractor results after removing 98 pythons in that program’s monthly ranking. The report highlighted that he continued to be one of the most productive contracted hunters active in Florida’s invasive python removal efforts.
05/08/2026
Tom Rahill won the 2026 Florida Python Challenge by removing 96 Burmese pythons from Everglades National Park, earning the event’s $10,000 ultimate grand prize. Coverage of the competition noted that his catch was the highest among participants and directly supported Everglades conservation efforts.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Tom Rahill is an American python hunter and the founder of Swamp Apes, a nonprofit that takes veterans and first responders on outdoor adventures in Florida, including python hunts. He is known for his work removing invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades and for winning the 2026 Florida Python Challenge with 96 snakes. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Founded Swamp Apes in 2008 or 2017 in different reports, with earlier coverage indicating the organization dates back to 2008. | |
| 2. Has been described as a former information technology entrepreneur before becoming known for python hunting. | |
| 3. Captured 96 Burmese pythons during the 2026 Florida Python Challenge. |