reptiles

After collecting comments from reptile breeders and environmental activists at multiple workshops and focus groups, Florida wildlife officials are expected to revise the rules around the possession and commercial sale of highly invasive nonnative species, like tegu lizards and green iguanas.

Reptile breeders, exhibitors and shop owners said the proposals threaten the nature of their business, including public education about species. A vote is expected in December.

Associated PressNon-native iguanas are multiplying so rapidly in South Florida that a state wildlife agency is now encouraging people to kill them.A…

Hundreds of reptiles will be slithering into the Florida State Fairgrounds this weekend.Leopard geckos, boa constrictors, and ball pythons are among the…