Muscovy Ducks

Muscovy ducks are considered an invasive species in Florida:  Introduced Muscovy ducks were intentionally brought to the United States as an ornamental species, but they escaped and established feral populations.  Impact on native species Muscovy

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Wild Hogs

Appearance: Wild hogs can reach weights of more than 150 pounds and measure 5 to 6 feet long. Habitat: Wild hogs occur in all 67 counties of Florida. They are found in a wide variety of

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Cuban Tree Frogs

Cuban treefrogs (Osteopilus septentrionalis) are an invasive species in Florida:  Threat to native species They eat native frogs, lizards, and small snakes, and their tadpoles compete with native tadpoles for food and space.  Habitat takeover

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Cane Toads

cane toads are an invasive species in Florida:  Origin Cane toads are native to Central and South America, Mexico, and southern Texas. They were introduced to Florida in the 1930s to control sugar cane pests.  Characteristics

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Iguanas

green iguanas are an invasive species in Florida:  Impact on native wildlife Iguanas can outcompete native species for food and shelter, and can displace native gopher tortoises from their burrows. They can also carry parasites and

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