Florida officials warn residents about dangerous invasive reptile in the state, and it's not a python or iguana

Wildlife officials urge residents not to approach the lizard and to report sightings immediately ...
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South Florida wildlife officials warn six-foot African lizards are expanding into new areas

Nile monitors are spreading through canals, stressing native nests. Florida expands removal rules and urges fast sighting ...

South Florida’s Newest Invasive Threat Is a 6-Foot-Long Lizard from Africa

Wildlife biologists and trappers in Florida say Nile monitors are an up-and-coming invasive species that threatens native wildlife.

Frozen iguanas rain down in Florida cold spell — as wildlife officials encourage killing invasive critters

There were iguanas that were pushing six to six-and-a-half feet long. They look like dragons, absolutely crazy,” said iguana hunter Ryan Izquierdo.
The Earth Times

When Cold Fronts Send Reptiles Falling: Florida’s “Frozen Iguanas” Explained

Florida’s rare cold snaps can leave iguanas frozen and falling from trees. Here’s the science behind the phenomenon and what ...
Yahoo

These big predator lizards eat iguanas, toads and more. Here’s where they lurk in Florida.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Six-foot predatory lizards normally found along the Nile River in Africa have set up shop in South Florida ...

Invasive Iguanas 'Humanely Killed' After Floridians Collect 5,000 Cold-Stunned Lizards, Wildlife Officials Say

Wildlife officials say many of the cold-stunned reptiles were humanely killed after a short-term emergency order ended ...
BizPac Review

Customers flip out after Florida pizzeria puts frozen iguanas on the menu

An innovative pizza shop is coming under fire for adding iguana meat as a topping. Iguanas are an invasive species in Florida, where they’ve flourished and have […] ...
WTSP

Invasive Agama lizard sightings rise in Florida; scientists raise public health concerns

ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. — A First Coast News crew was walking through Dutton Island Preserve in Atlantic Beach, filming video for a story when something caught their attention. Stradling a guardrail was ...
AZ Animals

What Happens to Frozen Iguanas in Florida?

With a recent cold snap in Southern Florida, the invasive iguanas have begun to fall out of trees. Read here to learn what happens to them.
Orlando Weekly

25 photos proving Florida lizards do whatever they want

Florida lizards have absolutely no shame. Photo via sadodada Florida lizard fears no beast. Photo via kelso82290 Seriously, Florida lizards will ride your dog like Atreyu from NeverEnding Story. Photo ...