Iguana Invasion: Florida Man’s Bathroom Toilet Becomes Reptile Retreat
When it comes to unexpected guests, I’d hope to never see an iguana pop up in my Cape Coral home. Certainly not in my toilet. While a bathroom surprise can add a touch of adventure to life, a reptilian rendezvous with an iguana is definitely not on my list of preferred encounters. I’d much rather stick to more conventional and less scaly restroom experiences.
A resident of Hollywood Florida woke up to a jaw-dropping surprise. How about an unexpected reptilian guest in his toilet! No, it wasn’t a horror movie or a prank gone wrong, it was an actual iguana!
According to NBC6, it was all caught on video. In this unusual footage, the unsuspecting man is confronted with the bizarre sight of a lizard casually lounging in his porcelain throne. It’s a true “Lizard in the Loo” special, coming soon to a bathroom near you!
Iguana Invasion:
As the homeowner marvels at the iguana’s aquatic escapade, he can’t help but wonder if it was on the hunt for a spa day. After all, that toilet water might have looked like a tempting iguana-sized jacuzzi. “I don’t know if it was just looking for a spa day or what, but it’s huge, and I don’t know how it got there. So we’re waiting on, like I said, animal control and once they remove it, I’ll be a happy camper,” the man quips in the video.
But here comes the real plot twist: he wasn’t exactly successful in flushing out this uninvited guest. Despite his valiant efforts, the iguana pulled a slippery escape act, slithering back down the same sewer system it used as its personal iguana highway.
Imagine the Hollywood screenwriters scratching their heads, thinking, “Iguana: The Great Toilet Escape.” It’s a story that blends suspense, comedy, and sheer incredulity. So, the next time you’re about to take a seat on your porcelain throne, remember that you might not be alone. You could be sharing your bathroom break with an iguana.
These Are The 9 Most Dangerous Animals Lurking In The Florida Everglades
American Alligator
The American alligator can be seen in massive numbers. You’ll see at least 5-10 sunbathing on any given day, as you drive across Alligator Alley.
American Alligator in Everglades National Park
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
This snake is the one most venomous snakes in the state, and actually in the world. It is also known as the largest rattlesnake.
Eastern diamondback rattlesnake from Big Cypress National Preserve (adjacent to Everglades National Park), Florida
Florida Panther
The Florida Panther is a beautiful creature and is on the endangered species list. As you’ll see below, they stalk. These creatures are not seen too often.
Stalking behavior of Florida Panther in Florida. Lurking in bushes.
Brown Recluse Spider
A brown recluse spider is most common in warmer climates. It is one of the most poisonous spiders in the Everglades.
A macro shot of a Brown recluse spider
American Crocodile
Yes, crocodile. American crocodiles are found in Florida. It’s not an alligator.
American Crocodile swimming in water in South Florida, near Everglades National Park
Florida Black Bear
We see these furry guys walking around neighborhoods in Estero quite often. With new construction, they’re forced out of their habitats. But, they are not safe to approach. They will defend themselves.
Florida Black Bear in suburban neighborhood
Florida Cottonmouth
The cottonmouth can be confused with other water snakes. Take extreme caution. These snakes are venomous with a mortality rate of 17%.
Florida Cottonmouth or water moccasin snake, close up in the Everglades
Burmese Python
These snakes are commonly seen being hunted. Reason is, they’re becoming an extremely invasive species across the state. They are constrictors and are non venomous.
Burmese python or Python bivittatus snake swims in the water in a marsh in the Florida Everglades.
Alligator Snapping Turtle
Let’s just say this one looks the scariest to me! I never thought I would be scared of a turtle. They are much more aggressive on land than they are in the water.
Alligator snapping turtle.
