Green Iguana
Iguana iguana
Green iguanas escape predators by diving from trees into water.
Green iguanas escape predators by diving from trees into water. Florida regulates possession and transport. Use lawful removal methods and check current FWC prohibited-species rules.
Habitat:
Canals, Seawalls, Urban Trees, Landscapes
Area / Range:
South Florida, Expanding Areas
Diet:
Leaves, flowers, fruit, and tender plant growth.
Behavior:
Basks in trees and along waterways. Strong swimmer and burrower.
Day
Active Times:
Best time to see:
Look during day in suitable Florida habitat.
Florida Native Status:
Introduced
Conservation Status:
Invasive and regulated in Florida
Safety Level:
Use Caution. Large Claws and Tail
Safety Information:
Florida regulates possession and transport. Use lawful removal methods and check current FWC prohibited-species rules.
Benefits to Property:
Limited property benefit in Florida ecosystems.
Property Concerns:
Damages plants, digs burrows near seawalls and sidewalks, and leaves droppings around pools and docks.
Fun Fact:
Green iguanas escape predators by diving from trees into water.
Wildlife Laws:
Florida regulates possession and transport. Use lawful removal methods and check current FWC prohibited-species rules.
Identification:
Large green, gray, or brown lizard with a row of back spines, throat dewlap, and long striped tail.
Credits:
Facts: wildlife reference. Images: primary image and secondary image, Wikimedia Commons.