Invasive 200-Pound Pythons Are Spreading in the U.S.--And Eradication 'Is Not Possible

[diehardblue]

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/invasive-200-pound-pythons-are-spreading-in-the-u-s-and-eradication-is-not-possible/ss-AA18R8mZ?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=5d46f926ec91455783897f54efe0a402&ei=41#image=3

Even with the seemingly infinite number of plant and animal species that inhabit it, the natural world as we know it exists thanks to a delicate balance that helps keep it thriving. Unfortunately, this means that even small changes can begin to upend or threaten an area's ecological stability, whether due to climate change, habitat destruction, or the introduction of an invasive species. And now, officials are warning that 200-pound pythons not typically found in the U.S. are beginning to spread into even more areas. Read on to see why the snakes pose such a serious problem—and why experts say eradication "is not possible" now

[Blues Heron]

1. Aren't snakes usually referred to by length?

Never heard them talk about a such and such pound snake before.

[OnlinePoker]

2. Carl Hiaasen's 2020 novel "Squeeze Me" had pythons as a main element

Also, though not giving his name, he presented an unflattering picture of Trump and Melania (who, in the novel was having an affair with one of her secret service agents). Both of them also figured quite prominently in the narrative.