The number of pythons found throughout Everglades National Park
has increased in recent years. These huge snakes are not native to
Florida and are believed to have been released into the wild by pet
owners. Wildlife biologists have initiated attempts to capture and
remove these pythons. Which statement best explains the biologists'
reasons for removing these pythons from the Everglades?
The pythons could begin to interbreed with native snakes and produce a
more successful species.
The pythons could prey on native organisms and cause native population
to decline
The pythons could adapt to overcome diseases common to native snakes.
The pythons could upset the territorial boundaries of native organisms.