Iguanas

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission says 5,195 invasive green iguanas were removed from Florida's ecosystems under and executive order thanks to the efforts of members of the public, partners, and staff.

Climate change has pushed some native Florida species north. While the reptiles prefer South Florida’s climate, they have been spotted around the bay area.

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The approved changes will allow more Floridians to collect invasive, live green iguanas and to facilitate sale of those live green iguanas out of Florida.

Local conservationists and pet store owners are hopeful a bill banning the sale of all iguanas as well as the sale of recreational dogs and cats won't pass in the Florida Legislature.

Invasive iguanas burrowing into the soft dirt around an aging dam cost a Florida city $1.8 million in emergency repairs. Employees noticed last year...

Florida wildlife officials are clarifying instructions to the public about killing non-native iguanas.A Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission…

Next time you’re in South Florida beware of Iguanas. The states animal protection agency has now given its approval to kill the lizards without permits.

Associated PressNon-native iguanas are multiplying so rapidly in South Florida that a state wildlife agency is now encouraging people to kill them.A…

The unusual cold slamming the U.S. East Coast is wreaking havoc with wildlife, particularly the cold-blooded variety. Social media has been flooded by photos of downed iguanas and frozen sharks.