For the Love of Lizards

Lizards abound in south Florida. Most are not native. As entertaining as the lizards are the people who hate them, jumping (even shrieking) when one scurries across their path. Though I must admit that I get a little twitchy when I spot a large alligator or crocodile basking on a nearby shoreline.

Curly tail lizards were purposely introduced to Florida for pest control of the sugar cane crops.

Iguanas are extremely difficult pets to manage. They have strict environmental needs, a rapid growth rate, sharp claws and a weaponized tail. For more information about caring for an iguana, see my previously published article Meet My Iguana. It is not surprising that iguanas have been released into the wild by pet owners.

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For RDP Thursday – LIZARD