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Burmese Pythons are an invasive species from South East Asia,
that have found a home in the Florida's Everglades.
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These large constrictors compete with American Alligators as top predators.
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For the first time in history, these two
top predators battling for the same resources.
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Larger Alligators with their powerful jaws have a distinct advantage over the pythons.
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The Alligator holds on to the python with
power exceeding 2000 pounds per square inch.
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It is next to impossible for the python to escape this hold.
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Nevertheless, the alligator gives way to the python.
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After an exhausting battle that last for hours, an unusual twist of fate occurs.
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On rare occasions the burmese python is able
to intimidate the alligator into a retreat.