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Iguana Removal · Charlotte County

Iguanas in the yard. Burrows in the seawall.

Green iguanas are invasive in Florida — and Charlotte County is squarely in their march north. They dig under seawalls, demolish landscaping, leave droppings everywhere, and don't leave on their own. We trap, hand-capture, and exclude — legally and humanely.

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Green iguana basking on a Florida seawall
Signs you have an iguana problem

If you've seen one, there are more.

Iguanas are visual, territorial, and surprisingly fast breeders in Florida's climate. By the time you've spotted one basking on the seawall, there's almost always a network of burrows, droppings sites, and feeding zones nearby.

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    Burrows along seawalls or foundationsRound holes 6–10 inches across at the base of vertical surfaces. Big risk to seawall integrity.
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    Droppings on the pool deck or dockDark, white-tipped, mouse-sized. Iguanas favor warm, hard surfaces above water.
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    Eaten hibiscus, bougainvillea, or fruitThey love your most expensive plants. Bite marks are clean, angled, and high.
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    Basking on rooflines or fencesEspecially mid-morning. South-facing tiles are a favorite.
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    One stuck in the pool cageIt happens weekly in this county. Don't try to grab it — call us.

Why iguanas matter in Charlotte County

Green iguanas are classified as a non-native, invasive species by the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. On private property, they can be humanely removed year-round without a permit — but it has to be done within Florida's anti-cruelty laws. We do it right.

5 ftMature length — including tail
20+Eggs per female, per season
365Days a year removal is legal in FL
Why this is a real problem

It's not just about the lizards.

Iguanas cause expensive, structural damage that doesn't show up until it's late. Here's what we see most often on Charlotte County properties.

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Seawall & foundation damage

Burrows undermine seawalls, pool decks, and slab foundations. A single nesting pair can dig tunnels 6+ feet deep.

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Landscape destruction

Hibiscus, bougainvillea, orchids, citrus, mangoes. Iguanas strip them down to bare stems in days.

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Salmonella risk

Iguana droppings carry salmonella. Pool decks, docks, and patios become a sanitation issue, especially around kids and pets.

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Roof & soffit access

Larger iguanas climb. They can dislodge tiles, damage soffits, and occasionally find their way into attics.

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Power & pool equipment

They've been known to short out pool pumps and outdoor electrical when nesting near equipment pads.

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They breed fast

Charlotte County's climate supports year-round activity. Without exclusion, populations rebuild within months.

Our iguana removal process

Four steps. Done right.

No poison. No relocation (it's illegal for invasives). Just trapping, exclusion, and the structural fixes that keep them from coming back.

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Inspect

We walk the property, map burrows, ID basking zones, and check for nesting evidence near seawalls and foundations.

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Trap & capture

Live-capture traps, snare poles, and hand-capture by trained techs. Done humanely, in compliance with FWC guidance.

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Exclude

L-footer fencing, sheet metal barriers, and burrow fill. The structural work that actually stops the next generation.

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Habitat plan

What to plant, what to avoid, and how to make your yard a lot less attractive to the next group of iguanas.

Iguana questions, answered

Quick answers, plain English.

Is it legal to remove iguanas in Florida?
Yes. Green iguanas are a non-native, invasive species. On private property, they can be humanely removed year-round without a permit, in accordance with Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission guidance. We handle removals within those rules and within Florida's anti-cruelty laws.
Do you relocate iguanas?
No — and neither does anyone else legally. Florida law prohibits releasing invasive species back into the wild. We handle removal humanely on-site or remove for proper disposition.
What about iguanas stuck in my pool cage?
Yes, we handle pool cage extractions. Don't try to grab a cornered iguana — they tail-whip and bite, and the tail injury can mean a much harder removal. Call us, we'll come out.
Can you fix the burrows under my seawall?
Yes. We fill burrows properly (not just plug the entrance) and install L-footer barriers where re-entry is likely. For severe seawall damage, we can refer you to local marine contractors.
How long does the process take?
Initial inspection is one visit. Trapping and exclusion typically run 1–3 weeks depending on population size and how many burrows need treatment. We schedule around your time, not ours.
What does it cost?
Every property is different — a single iguana in a pool cage is a different job than a seawall with active burrows. We give a fixed quote in writing after the inspection. No surprises.
⚡ Fast response · Real local technicians

Spotted one? Tell us where.
We'll handle the rest.

If iguanas are showing up on your seawall, pool deck, or in the landscaping, the population is bigger than what you're seeing. Send the form and a tech will follow up to schedule the inspection.

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