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South Carolina fears non-native tegu lizards could take root and wreak ecological havoc

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 ...
Newsweek

Massive Lizards Wreaking Havoc in South Carolina Offered to People as Pets

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. A massive lizard with an insatiable appetite is gracing some peoples' ...
The State

Where are the dog-sized lizards now that SC is getting colder? Closer than you may think

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 ...
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Invasive lizards the size of dogs are roaming SC. Here’s where and whether they’re dangerous

Imagine this. You’re out walking around somewhere in the South Carolina woods and you see a lizard the size of a dog. Uh-huh, nope, you might mutter as you back away from the out-sized creature with a ...
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Dozens of sightings reported as massive lizards invade South Carolina, officials say

GREENVILLE, S.C. (WHNS/Gray News) – Wildlife agencies are asking people to report sightings of a large, invasive lizard species that has been found in South Carolina. The South American tegu is a ...
The State

Invasive lizards the size of dogs are roaming SC. Here’s where and whether they’re dangerous

The Argentine Black and White Tegu, once a darling of the pet trade, is now banned in South Carolina. SC Department of Natural Resources/provided Imagine this. You’re out walking around somewhere in ...