Florida's falling iguanas
Chapter 1
The frozen lizard phenomenon
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Chapter 2
From tropical forests to Florida suburbs
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Chapter 3
Weather alerts and backyard surprises
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YOUR GOAL
Master of Florida's falling iguanas
Ch 1 · The frozen lizard phenomenon
dash Falling Iguanas
Falling iguanas, falling iguanas! They freeze and drop right out of the trees!
Fun Fact
Iguana holding breath: Green iguanas can hold their breath underwater for up to 30 minutes to escape predators.
Glossary
torpor (noun)
A state of decreased physiological activity in an animal, typically characterized by reduced body temperature and metabolic rate. Florida's invasive green iguanas enter this unresponsive state when winter temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
A state of decreased physiological activity in an animal, typically characterized by reduced body temperature and metabolic rate. Florida's invasive green iguanas enter this unresponsive state when winter temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Quiz
Are green iguanas usually dead when they fall from trees during a Florida cold snap?
Quiz
Where do green iguanas typically sleep, making them prone to falling during cold snaps?