Which statement provides the best evidence to support the claim that Burmese pythons have an impact on the environment? (1 point)

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Burmese pythons thrived in the Everglades ecosystem.
Burmese pythons thrived in the Everglades ecosystem.

Burmese python numbers increased, and mammal populations decreased.
Burmese python numbers increased, and mammal populations decreased.

Burmese pythons were first introduced to Florida as pets.
Burmese pythons were first introduced to Florida as pets.

Burmese pythons have no natural predators in the Everglades.

Answer 1

The statement that provides the best evidence to support the claim that Burmese pythons have an impact on the environment is:

Burmese python numbers increased, and mammal populations decreased.

This statement indicates a direct correlation between the increase in the population of Burmese pythons and the decline in mammal populations, suggesting a significant ecological impact.