A Burmese Python? I've never heard of it. Could you tell me more about it?
Of Course! The Burmese Python is originally from Southeast Asia. This species is something called an Invasive Species.
The Burmese Python was first introduced in the U.S in the 1970's. The purpose of them coming here was that they were originally wanted as exotic pets.
What brought it here, you ask?
One peaceful day in 1979, some irresponsible pet owners let their Burmese Python free. of course this led to overpopulation. This all took place in Everglades National Park, Florida
The Burmese Python is one of the largest species of snakes. These Pythons are so succesful in their new environment because they eat a wide variety of mammals. This helps the snakes ability to be a generalist predator.
The Burmese Pythons only have a few natural predators, such as the Alligator, Black Bear, and Cougar.
Another way the Burmese Python is affecting it's environment is the economy. By killing protected species of wildlife known to draw tourism, those companies are going bankrupt.
This species is affecting many things.
The Python competes with many other species for food. Severe mammal declines in Florida are likely caused be this snake.
As of today, a program has been started. It's name is "Python Patrol". Regular citizens are taught to call in snake sightings and wildlife officials are trained to capture the snakes.
BASICALLY? You just recited paragraphs to me!!! I didn't know there was so much to learn about one species!
So..... yeah. That's basically all I know.
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