Alligator and Python Interactions

Troy Landry and Tes Lee venture into a dangerous area to hunt pythons and alligators. They discover a large gator nest and catch a python, highlighting the threat pythons pose to alligator populations. As they explore, they discuss the impact of pythons on the ecosystem and express concern for the native alligators.

What is the main reason Troy and Tes have avoided the new jungle area until now?

• It's too far from their base.

• It's known for its abundance of nesting alligators.

• The area is too dry for hunting.

• They heard there are no pythons there.

What do female alligators use to incubate their eggs?

• Sunlight

• Warm water

• Their body heat

• Gas from rotting vegetation

What is the primary concern when Troy and Tes encounter a python?

• The python might escape into a hole.

• The python is too small to catch.

• The python is not aggressive.

• The python is already dead.

What evidence suggests that a python has been preying on alligator nests?

• There are no nests in the area.

• The nests are slightly disturbed with missing eggs.

• The nests are completely destroyed.

• The nests are covered with python scales.

What is the main reason pythons are a threat to alligator populations?

• Pythons are faster than alligators.

• Pythons can catch and eat young alligators.

• Pythons are larger than alligators.

• Pythons can swim better than alligators.