These large lizards can reach up to 5 feet long in some cases, and they pose a potential threat to the state if left ...

Researchers said they named the new species “karichigara” after the Tagalaka phrase “‘Kari Chigara Changgala,’ meaning ...

A staggering 1,533 Argentine black and white tegus have been captured or observed in St. Lucie County, making it a state ...

The newest established Florida population of the invasive Argentine tegu was recently discovered in St. Lucie County. What to ...

Every morning in Miami, our fieldwork begins the same way. Fresh Cuban coffee and pastelitos—delicious Latin American ...

Lizards have different lifespans depending on their species and environment. Understanding their lifespan helps in caring for ...

A remarkably complete plesiosaur fossil found in southern Germany is shedding light on the early evolution of these iconic ...

The Argentine black and white tegu lizard is a non-native, invasive species distributed throughout Florida through escapes or ...

A new reptilian threat is emerging on the Treasure Coast, who said Argentine black and white tegu lizards populations are on ...

A newly described plesiosaur fossil from southern Germany is providing crucial evidence about the diversification of these ...

The invasive species is a threat to native insects and reptiles by preying upon and competing with them for resources. Origin: Tropical, sub-Saharan Africa Habitat: Found in Florida in urban areas ...

making it a state hotspot for the invasive carnivorous lizard, according to the online invasive species map eddmaps.org. Ten have been caught or observed in Martin County and only one has been ...