Invasive Species Management in Everglades

Skip Snow and Mike Rodford are biologists working in the Florida Everglades to manage the invasive Burmese python population. These snakes, which have become established in the area, disrupt the local ecosystem. Skip and Mike's team captures and studies these pythons using tracking devices to understand their behavior and movement. Their ultimate goal is to remove the invasive species and restore ecological balance in the Everglades.

Who are Skip Snow and Mike Rodford?

• Wildlife photographers

• Wildlife research biologists

• Park rangers

• Snake charmers

What is the main focus of Skip and Mike's team in the Everglades?

• Conducting tours

• Introducing new species

• Capturing and removing invasive pythons

• Building new habitats

How does the team study the movement of pythons?

• By using drones

• By following their tracks

• By inserting harmless tracking devices

• By observing them from a distance

What is the ultimate goal of removing invasive snakes from the Everglades?

• To increase tourism

• To restore the ecosystem balance

• To create a snake sanctuary

• To build new infrastructure

What are Skip and Mike described as in their efforts to protect the Everglades?

• Conservation officers

• Snake handlers

• Wildlife research biologists

• Environmental activists