LEEWAY CORUCIA RESEARCH CENTER (LCRC)

Sadly, due to the large numbers involved, lack of funding, indifference, and loss of interest- It is evident that released Iguanas are no longer being rescued down here. Efforts to help them have been abandoned and some previous rescuers now sanction leaving them loose. It must be understood that even in the best of winters, most of South Florida would be cold enough (South of Miami- Monroe County might be OK) that it would adversely affect the health of these lizards. I have seen the 'lucky' survivers of Hyperthermia. It is not a pleasant sight! Even those who survive often lose many of their digits (Which there is no autonomy unlike tails) or suffer severe lack of motor control. In addition, appalling numbers are killed and maimed by automobiles. I saw a Green Iguana with a crushed skull that lived which forever haunts me! Also, Turkey Vultures, various Hawks, coyotes, and dogs take Iquanas down here.

PLEASE do not release your pet into the wild! What you think may be paradise for your Ig could prove quite the opposite.

Thanks for listening.

Sincerely,
Brian
LCRC

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