Florida is home to a variety of lizard species, some native and others invasive. There are 15 native species and about 67 invasive species. In other words, South Florida has an endless number of lizards running around. While some people are interested in learning about and seeing lizards, no one wants them in their home. Lizards might try to come…
You might have a rodent infestation if you notice droppings, urine stains, gnaw marks on packaged food, or chewed electrical wires. Mice and rats come into homes in search of food and shelter. That said, there are different techniques when it comes to removing mice and rats, so it’s important to know which type of rodent you are dealing with….
Florida experiences severe weather during hurricane season, the time of year when hurricanes are possible. Hurricane season starts June 1st and ends November 30th every year. The worst part of hurricane season is between mid-August through mid-October. When the weather gets bad, you are more likely to experience pest and wildlife issues. For example, animals might begin to look for…
You never want to find wildlife living inside your home. Whether you are dealing with rodents, insects, or something else, finding out you have an infestation is stressful. Wildlife infestations can spread disease, lead to property damage, and cost a pretty penny to fix. Your first reaction to finding animals in your home might be to buy products containing poison…
Do you wake up in the morning to discover birds feasting on the fruits and vegetables in your garden? Maybe you are woken up by birds’ incessant noise in the early hours. Either way, you are familiar with “nuisance birds.” Allowing birds to overtake your yard could lead to property damage, picked-through gardens, bird droppings all over the place, and…
It’s not uncommon to see baby animals in your neighborhood, especially during springtime. If you find a baby animal by itself, you might be tempted to take it in or save it. However, not all baby animals need help, as sometimes their parents are simply off hunting for food to bring back to them. If you find a baby animal,…
Raccoons are nocturnal animals that are widely known as scavengers. When you think of raccoons, you probably imagine them rifling through dumpsters. They will eat just about anything they can get their paws on. While raccoons tend to avoid humans, sometimes they come into homes in search of food and shelter. If you have an attic, that is a prime…
Florida is home to 4,368 known animal species, making us one of the most biodiverse states in North America.[1] While it can be incredibly interesting to learn about our local animals and see them in person, sometimes they can be a nuisance. With so many animals living in our state, you might find one in your home from time to…
Green iguanas are a type of lizard that originates from Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Mexico. If you have noticed them crawling around the streets of South Florida, that is because they are an invasive species. They were introduced to South Florida by accident on cargo ships in the 1960s. Adult iguanas typically don’t live past 8 years…
Iguanas are large lizards or reptiles native to Central and South America, the Caribbean, and parts of Mexico. While they are present in South Florida, they are considered invasive. They were accidentally brought to Florida on cargo ships coming from Cuba in the 1960s. Because iguanas are invasive, they cause significant damage to the ecosystem in Florida. They cause damage…
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