Iguana Removal

Property Preservation: Iguanas, while fascinating creatures, can sometimes cause significant damage to your property. These reptiles are known for their ability to dig extensive tunnels, sometimes reaching over 80 feet in length. These tunnels often form beneath or around critical areas like seawalls, pool decks, sheds, and patios. Over time, this tunneling can accelerate erosion, leading to potential structural damage and increased maintenance costs. Iguanas also have a particular fondness for barrel tile roofs, where their presence can result in serious damage, including leaks and other costly repairs. Protecting your property from iguana damage is essential to maintaining its value and integrity.

While we all appreciate the beauty of plants like Bougainvillea, Hibiscus, fruit trees, vegetable gardens, and anything adorned with vibrant flowers, it’s essential to be aware that these can act as irresistible attractions for iguanas. With their keen vision, iguanas can spot these enticing food sources from a considerable distance.

Iguanas have shown remarkable adaptability, making it challenging to find plants that are entirely safe in their presence. However, there are some resilient options that iguanas find less appealing. Below, we provide a list of such plants to consider when contemplating a landscaping change

1. Simpson stopper (Myrcianthes fragrans)
2. Ti plant (Cordyline fruticosa)
3. Chenille (Acalypha hispida)
4. Cordyline (Cordyline australis)
5. Ixora (Ixora Taiwanensis)
6. Mexican Petunia (Ruellia Brittaniana)
7. Oleander (Nerium oleander)
8. Lilyturf (Liriope muscari)
9. Purple Queen (Tradescantia Pallida)
10. Silver Buttonwood (Conocarpus Erectus Sericeus)
11. Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea
12. Salvia (Lamiaceae