Why Are Burmese Pythons a Major Threat to the Everglades?

💡 The Answer

• As invasive apex predators, they prey on native mammals, birds, and reptiles.
• Mammal populations like raccoons and opossums have declined by 90% in some areas.
• They have no natural predators in the Everglades ecosystem.
• Their high reproduction rate and camouflage make control difficult.
• Their presence disrupts the entire food web and ecosystem balance.