The burms in Florida have been tested and rejected as a safe food source due to mercury contamination of the meat.
https://www.outsideonline.com/179494...at-python-meat
Funny thing is I've seen suggestions in other forums for giant constrictors to be farm-raised, humanely slaughtered, and the meat/skin sold commercially like we do with cattle, pigs, chickens, etc. and the screams of anguish from reptile lovers is astounding. Considering that python meat is around $40/pound for filet I'm surprised it's not being done yet.
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