Wildlife officials are worried that an invasive lizard species causing problems in at least two neighboring states could now be taking root in South Carolina, with 100 reported sightings in less than ...

What should you do if you see a lizard the size of a dog running around your yard or in the woods? South Carolina Department of Natural Resources says, call them. Argentine Black and White Tegus are ...

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A Georgia homeowner was in for a shock when she found a 3-foot reptile living under her house, wildlife officials say. A woman living in Athens discovered there was an Argentine black and white tegu ...

Georgia and Florida have their share of gators, turtles, snakes and iguanas. But wildlife officials say not all of the creatures are welcome − particularly one invasive species. Multiple Argentine ...

An Orlando, Florida, man found a lizard in his backyard last week. But this wasn't just any lizard. It's believed to be an Argentine black and white Tegu. "I went, 'Oh my God.' I knew what it was," ...

Tegus were added to Florida's prohibited species list in 2021 but have been popular pets for reptile lovers because they can be housetrained.

It’s probably not a surprise that a dog-sized lizard that’s been wreaking havoc on South Carolina wildlife doesn’t go far away when it gets cold. Even though Tegus are more acclimated to the weather ...