Most similar habitats in the new world have some sort of sizable boid inhabiting them. If it weren't for the gulf stream epicrates boas most likely be inhabiting the glades. Since they are not there is an empty niche to be filled and much to my surprise the burm has filled it. This is the same reason so many lizards take so well to living here in Fl. The native lizard fauna here in Fl is quite poor ( fwc biologist Kevin Enge's words not mine...although I do agree.) considering the sub-tropical environment. As far as eradication goes by human hands it is not likely possible. Considering the low temps of the last 2 winters we MIGHT be having a cooling trend going on for the next few years here. a few more winters like that and the problem will take care of itself.

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