Tegu Lizard
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Tegu Lizard

SPECULATED

Salvator merianae

A four-foot invasive lizard that eats eggs, young tortoises, and occasionally pets.

The Argentine Black and White Tegu is one of Leonida's most problematic invasive reptiles, a large lizard that preys heavily on native species' eggs and young. State-sponsored removal programs offer bounties for their capture, though populations continue to expand.

SOURCE: Speculated - invasive Florida reptile

FIELD GUIDE

Species
Salvator merianae
Habitat
Forest
Behavior
Aggressive
Weight
7-15 lbs
Danger Level
Huntable
Yes

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