Florida’s “rainbow lizard” population has been rising rapidly – and the invasive species could be there to stay.
The male lizards have bright orange heads, dark blue bodies, multicolored tails and can grow up to a foot long. Females aren't quite as colorful, though they do have some bright spots and share the same stunning stature.
"People are kind of at a loss right now," he said."From what the research is showing ... they’re here to stay."Redhead Agama invasion On the Treasure Coast, Stuart was a primary locale for many years after the invader was first sighted in 2003, he added. Agama lizards typically reproduce during the wet season but are capable of doing so year-round in an environment with consistent rainfall — one thing Florida does not have little supply of.
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