The green iguana (Iguana iguana) is one of the most recognizable lizards in the world. The species is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America and some of the Caribbean islands. They also exist in Florida and Hawaii, though they are seen ...

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A scaly new face is wowing guests and warming hearts at African Safari Wildlife Park, 267 S. Lightner Road in Port Clinton, according to a news release. Reggie the 7-year-old green iguana has joined the ranks of the Park’s ambassador animals, that live ...

One Florida homeowner can breathe a sigh of relief after an iguana was successfully removed from their fireplace. Michael Ronquillo, owner of Humane Iguana Control, answered the call on Sunday to help safely remove "an invasive green iguana" from within ...

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Iguanas are known to be some of the biggest lizards in the American region. Their tails, formed like whips, make up roughly half their size. Iguanas are cold-blooded animals that can easily adapt to their environments. There are 42 known types of iguanas ...

One of Earth’s most endangered reptiles is getting an assist in its recovery by a team from Harrisburg University using some of the most cutting-edge wildlife-research technology. Drones, trail cameras and thermal imaging are among the tools deployed to ...

While iguanas are considered an invasive species in the United States, as these cold-blooded reptiles supposedly came to the states from South and Central America on cargo ships, they are often seen throughout Florida. George Van Horn, owner of Reptile ...

Costa Rica is home to three members of the Iguanidae family, the green iguana (Iguana iguana) – the one most people are familiar with, the black spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura similis) – the one that you probably confuse with the green iguana and the ...

The town of Palm Beach will be removing iguanas from Phipps Ocean Park in the coming days as part of the longer-term $19 million redesign of the popular beach park. A vendor hired by the town will be at the park to remove the animals from 6 a.m. to 2 p ...

Green iguanas, sometimes called "mini dragons," have serrated teeth that can cause deep bites. If bitten, remain calm and avoid sudden movements; most iguanas will release and flee. If the iguana doesn't release, disorient it by covering its head or ...