3.11 Burmese Pythons: Everglades Invaders NC
A. Take a Look
One way scientists study what Burmese pythons are eating is by looking inside the guts of dead snakes. In one of these studies, scientists sifted through 14 pounds of poop in the guts of a 14 foot snake. Want to know what they found? Click on the photo below to find out.
They Found Three White-Tailed Deer
B. Chat
C. Read
Why is the Burmese python a successful invader?
Now we’re going to read more about how invasive species, like the Burmese python, can move into new environments and take over. As you read, write down any important information in the “Fact Finder” section of your Mission Log.
D. Examine the "Perfect Everglades Predator"
What makes Burmese pythons such successful invaders? One way scientists learn about this powerful predator is by examining its body. Be like a scientist and examine the Burmese python below.
E. Food Web Changes
When the population changes, the food web in that ecosystem changes
Direct changes happen right away – indirect changes happen later.
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Think About It:
Think About It:
Heron and raccoons eat grass carp. If there are fewer herons and fewer raccoons, what will happen to the number of grass carp?
Will the number of grass carp go up or down?
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