Georgia has more than alligators, turtles, and snakes. While they are the opposite of a welcome guest, multiple Argentine tegu have decided to call this home. What are they and what dangers (if any) ...

ST. LUCIE COUNTY, Fla. — A non-native reptile is threatening the Treasure Coast, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, which said Argentine black and white tegu lizard ...

Argentine black and white tegus are an invasive lizard species spreading through Florida and other Southeastern states. These lizards can grow up to five feet long, weigh 10 pounds, and pose a threat ...

Originally from South America, the charismatic tegu made its way to the United States via the pet trade of the 1990s. But a recent discovery shows these reptiles are no strangers to the region -- ...