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The film follows a Florida resident who quit his job as an A/C technician to pursue iguana catching, highlighting the growing iguana population in Florida and the impact on local homeowners. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission encourages residents to kill iguanas due to their destructive behavior, which includes damaging gardens and sea walls. The protagonist shares his experiences and techniques for catching iguanas, emphasizing the business opportunities that have arisen from this invasive species.
As the iguana population has surged in recent years, partly due to climate change, the film covers the various ways people are engaging with iguanas, including removal services, pets, and culinary uses. The protagonist expresses his love for the job, describing the freedom it provides and the connection to nature, while also acknowledging the challenges posed by the invasive species and the responsibility that comes with managing their population.
Why Watch
- •Meet a Florida resident who turned iguana catching into a career.
- •Find out how climate change affects iguana populations.
- •See the unique ways iguanas are utilized in South Florida.
Did You Know
•The last major cold snap in Florida that affected iguana numbers was ten years ago.
•The protagonist aims to catch 20 iguanas in a single outing.
•Iguanas are referred to as 'South Florida tree chickens' by some locals.
•People from countries like Honduras and Cuba have grown up eating iguanas.
Perfect For
Wildlife enthusiastsFlorida residentsCulinary adventurers