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Tegu

Tupinambis merianae

Photo by HemaShah
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Field Notes

Description:

Tegu: Ancient wisdom for modern life......
Modern life is difficult; unlike in ancient times, when our problems were simple (avoid being eaten, get enough food to avoid starving), today's troubles are numerous, subtle, and seemingly difficult to grasp. Personal issues, shopping, bills, quarrelsome friends, parking, etc. can make one feel truly overwhelmed.

The solution? Ask Tegu! The Tegu is a medium-sized (currently about 2.5 feet long, but growing), terrestrial and omnivorous lizard with a mild temperament and a large appetite for food and sleep. Unlike our own lives, the Tegu lives a live of simplicity, calm, and relative peace. Can we learn ancient wisdom from this animal?

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)

The two most docile and easiest to handle species are the Argentine Black and White Tegu and the Red Tegu.
Tegus that have escaped or have been illegally released have adapted to life in the wild in some of the more remote areas of South Florida
Seen these guys on Swamp Wars the other night. It's a show about Miami, Fl Wildlife control. Apparently they are now running wild in Florida. They were very aggressive. They showed the nub of one guys figure after getting bit by one. Apparently they have strong jaws!
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PublishedAugust 23, 2011

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