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 -- ...

Argentine black and white tegus, an invasive species, are increasingly sighted near Palm Beach County. Tegus, reaching almost 5 feet long, are not protected in Florida except by anti-cruelty laws and ...

The tegu is a fascinating and fairly popular lizard that is powerful and incredible in appearance, but it’s more suited to experienced reptile keepers. Tegus require specific handling and grow up to ...

Today, the Argentine black and white tegu is considered an invasive species in Florida, but long before they arrived via the pet trade, their prehistoric ancestors roamed this region. Originally from ...