burmese python

"Engaging images accompany information about the fighting abilities of Burmese pythons and sun bears. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"Burmese pythons are a popular kind of pet snake in the United States ... This book introduces readers to the concept of 'native' and 'invasive' animals through the facts surrounding the spread of Burmese pythons. The main content covers how the snakes came to be in southern Florida, their harm to the environment, and modern ways conservation groups are trying to stop their spread"--Provided by publisher.

"Burmese pythons are native to Southeast Asia, so when one showed up dead along the side of a Florida highway in 1979, scientists wondered where it came from. No one knew the snakes had launched a full-scale invasion. Pet pythons that escaped or were released by their owners started breeding in the wild, and these enormous predators began eating every animal in their path. Today a group of scientists at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida is tracking Burmese pythons to find ways to stop their spread"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines how Burmese pythons invade and affect their habitats and what you can do to avoid them"--OCLC.

Describes the Burmese python, its size, habitat, diet, and life cycle.

"A bird and a snake may not seem like they could have much in common, but the red-tailed hawk and Burmese python are both skilled hunters. In a fight, they'd each bring quite a bit to the table. This thrilling book is packed with information that compares and contrasts these two carnivores. Eye-catching photographs help readers visualize these two animals in a battle. Habitats and adaptations are just a couple of the important science concepts that this exciting book discusses"--Provided by the publisher.

"Through dynamic infographics, charts, up-close photos and strong reading level control, this title explores the invasion of Burmese pythons, including where they came from and their impact within biomes and food webs"--Provided by the publisher.

Burmese pythons are a favorite among snake owners. A full-grown Burmese python can grow to be 20 feet long. In the wild, these snakes start off life in the trees. Full-color photographs and accessible text assure that readers will be fascinated to find out more about these giant reptiles.

"In 2011, scientists studying mammals in southern Florida announced a shocking discovery. In just a few years, the number of bobcats, raccoons, opossums, and other animals in the area had dropped sharply. The scientists soon figured out what was causing the mammals to disappear--Burmese pythons. Since their arrival from Asia in the 1990s, the deadly snakes were wreaking havoc on the wildlife in the Everglades. The giant reptiles, some more than 20 feet in length and weighing more than 200 pounds, are able to kill and swallow creatures as large as deer and alligators! In Florida's Burmese Pythons: Squeezing the Everglades, students will learn all about these dangerous snakes. The fascinating account describes how Burmese pythons first arrived in Florida from Asia as pets, how they may have made their way into the wild, and how expert snake hunters are helping scientists control their population today. Large color photos, maps, and fact boxes enrich the dramatic details. Written in narrative format, this series is sure to keep young readers engaged"--Provided by the publisher.

This book introduces Burmese pythons, describing their physical characteristics, behavior, eating habits, habitats, reproduction, and endangered status.