6. During the 1990s, natives of tropical islands began collecting wild turtles to sell in the United States as pets. One of these turtle species, a voracious carnivore that feeds on shrimp and snails, was especially popular. Recently, the U. S. government banned the import of these turtles as pets. However, pet owners have released large numbers of unwanted turtles into warm natural waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Predict two possible consequences of the release of these turtles into Gulf waters, including the effect on native turtle species. Justify your response. (4 points)

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