Question

What has happened to the population of white tailed deer since pythons appeared in the Everglades National Park?
Responses

Increased by 6%
Increased by 6%

Increased by 94%
Increased by 94%

Decreased by 6%
Decreased by 6%

Decreased by 94%
Decreased by 94%

Answer 1

The population of white-tailed deer in the Everglades National Park has decreased significantly since the appearance of pythons. Specifically, they have decreased by about 94%. The invasive Burmese pythons have become a major predator in the region, impacting native species populations, including white-tailed deer.