Iguana Removal in Monroe County, FL

 Iguanas in Florida are invasive reptiles causing significant ecological and infrastructural issues in Monroe County, Florida. Originally from Central and South America, these iguanas have well established populations throughout South Florida, including the Keys. What makes the Keys so special is it is the perfect habitat for the Iguanas. Allowing them to proliferate in unprecedented numbers. Their presence poses several challenges:

Ecological Impact: Green iguanas feed on native vegetation, such as the endangered tree snail and plants vital to species like the Miami blue butterfly. This feeding behavior threatens native plant and animal populations. 

Structural Damage: Iguanas dig burrows that can destabilize infrastructure, including canal banks, seawalls, and building foundations. In Key West, their burrowing has even affected the historic city cemetery. 

Human Interaction: While generally not aggressive, large iguanas can defend themselves if threatened, potentially causing injury. They are also known to carry salmonella bacteria, posing health risks to humans. 

Protected Areas:

The Florida Keys has an unprecedented number of “protected” areas that are being negatively impacted by the Iguana. These areas are what make the Florida Keys so special. The Iguanas exploding populations make their removal even more critical to saving/protecting these areas.

Overall, green iguanas present significant challenges in Monroe County, necessitating ongoing management to mitigate their impact on the environment and infrastructure.

IggyTrap or Florida is a unique company in that we have a patented trap specifically designed to capture the invasive Iguanas in large quantities while doing it humanely. Additionally, we have other products that will deter iguanas, including IggyWrap that will prevent them from climbing the trees they use/need for safety.

IggyTrap specializes in expert Iguana removal. Call today 888-355-4449 (IGGY)