Are Nile monitors in Florida? What to know about the dangerous lizards

Nile monitor lizards are dangerous, invasive predators in Florida. Here's where they are in the state and what to do if you ...
The News-Press

These invasive Florida lizards are the biggest, most dangerous in US

The Nile monitor is an invasive, aggressive lizard species established in parts of Florida. These large lizards can grow over 6 feet long and are skilled swimmers and climbers. While not venomous, ...
Sun Sentinel

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

Six-foot predatory lizards normally found along the Nile River in Africa have set up shop in South Florida — and Palm Beach County canals are a hot spot. Nile monitors, which can grow to just over 6 ...