Experts Issue Warning About Falling Iguanas

People in Florida have been warned about iguanas falling from the sky
Snow, ice, strong winds and plunging temperatures in the US have led to dangerous travel conditions from central and southern states.
How cold does it need to get in Florida before iguanas start falling out of trees?
MIAMI - It's a South Florida phenomenon that draws amusement from across the country — when temperatures drop below a certain level, cold-stunned iguanas start falling out of trees. While it may sound bizarre, it happens. And there's a scientific reason for it.
Experts Issue Warning About Falling Iguanas In Florida
"It’s gonna happen," biologist Joe Wasilewski warned. "If it’s in the 50s, they’re slow. If it’s in the 40s, they’re on the brink of falling. And if it’s in the 30s, they’re down.”
At what temperature do iguanas "freeze" in Florida?
Although several iguana species live in Florida, the predominant one is the green iguana, native to Central and South America. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, green iguanas are considered invasive in the state.
What to know about Florida's massive falling iguanas when temperatures drop
When temperatures drop in South Florida, it can cause a big problem for Floridians: falling iguanas. When it gets too cold, the large invasive reptiles — which can grow to be up to 5 feet long and 20 pounds — get stunned by the temperatures and will often fall out of trees onto the ground or whatever may be passing by below.
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South Florida faces a cold front. Will it be enough to cause falling iguanas?
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