Summary
Florida wildlife officials warned that falling temperatures could cause green iguanas to become immobile and fall from trees. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission advised residents not to bring stunned iguanas indoors, as they can recover and become defensive quickly. Parts of Florida are experiencing freezing temperatures, with alerts issued to protect people and property.
Key Facts
- Cold temperatures in Florida can make green iguanas immobile, sometimes causing them to fall from trees.
- The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission advised against bringing iguanas indoors.
- Iguanas can wake up quickly and may become aggressive, using their teeth, nails, and tails.
- People should not allow pets to interact with cold-stunned iguanas.
- It is illegal to relocate or release green iguanas without a permit in Florida.
- Parts of Florida are under freeze warnings, with temperatures expected to drop as low as 20 degrees with wind chills.
- Frost and freeze conditions could harm crops, plants, and outdoor plumbing.
