Burmese pythons and invasive plants reshape Everglades as native mammals decline by about 90%

The Everglades is grappling with the impacts of non-native species that are wreaking havoc on its native ecosystems. Invasive plants such as Melaleuca and Brazilian pepper are changing fire patterns and overshadowing indigenous flora. Moreover, the Burmese python is contributing to alarming drops in native mammal numbers. Ongoing management strategies are being implemented to combat these invaders