Question

instructions
read each question carefully and select the one best answer.
5.4 - community stability and succession
this section focuses on how ecosystems respond to disturbances, the process of succession community change.
29 multiple choice 1 point
the burmese python in florida is an example of an invasive species because it:
improves ecosystem stability
consumes native birds and mammals, disrupting food webs
competes only with other invasive species
filters pollutants from wetlands

Explanation:

Invasive species disrupt ecosystems. The Burmese python in Florida consumes native birds and mammals, which are part of the local food webs. This consumption disrupts the balance of the ecosystem. Improving ecosystem stability (first option) is incorrect as invasive species harm ecosystems. Competing only with other invasive species (third option) is wrong as they also affect native species. Filtering pollutants (fourth option) is not a characteristic of invasive species in this context.

Answer:

Consumes native birds and mammals, disrupting food webs