Georgia officials advise residents to eliminate large, harmful tegu lizards that are spreading disease.
Invasive Tegu Lizard Alert in Georgia Residents of Georgia might be surprised to see a 4-foot-long reptile, usually found in South America, lurking in their backyards. Wildlife officials are sounding the alarm about invasive species that pose serious risks to local wildlife, spread diseases, and disrupt natural habitats across the state. The Argentine black-and-white tegu, […]
Rare tegu lizard discovered alive beneath snow in Rhode Island storm
Exotic Tegu Lizard Rescued After Snowstorm in Rhode Island A man in Providence, Rhode Island, experienced quite a surprise while clearing snow from a recent winter storm. He found a large exotic tegu lizard buried beneath approximately 20 inches of snow. The New England Wildlife Center (NEWC) reported that the lizard, named “Frankie,” was alive […]