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Burmese pythons aren't the only invaders to worry about, Florida.

The fast-spreading Asian swamp eel has reached an Everglades wildlife refuge in Palm Beach County, where it could threaten species that support Florida's iconic wading birds.

Unlike pythons, the air-breathing fish are difficult to detect and almost impossible to trap.

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On the ticket: Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds has picked Miami state Sen. Bryan Avila as his running mate. Here's why political analysts suggest the choice could help appeal to Hispanic and military voters.

Tropics watch: Hurricane forecasters are keeping an eye on Invest 96L, a weather system off the coast of Africa. It's not an immediate threat, but it's keeping meteorologists on alert.

House envy: A seven-bedroom sea-to-lake estate on Palm Beach's Billionaires Row just hit the market at one of the highest asking prices in the town's history. Got $195 million lying around? Well, take a look.

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