Tegu is a common name of a number of species of lizards that belong to the families Teiidae and Gymnophthalmidae. Tegus are native to Central and South America.

The Argentine black and white tegu is a large lizard from South America currently inhabiting the Florida counties of Charlotte, Hillsborough, Miami Dade and St. Lucie.

The gold tegu (Tupinambis teguixin) grows to 2–3 feet long and has black and gold stripes down its body. Red tegus (Salvator rufescens) can reach up to 4.5 feet and the males have large jowls.

Apr 8, 2025 · What is a tegu lizard? The Argentine black and white tegu is large lizard that can grow to nearly 5 feet long and weigh 10 pounds, according to University of Florida's Institute of …

Apr 29, 2021 · In both its native and introduced range, the Argentine black and white tegu is found in savannas and disturbed habitats such as forest clearings, roadsides and fence rows. They …

The Argentine black and white tegu (Salvator merianae), also commonly known as the Argentine giant tegu, the black and white tegu, the blue tegu, and the huge tegu, [1] is a species of lizard …

What is a Tegu Lizard? Tegus belong to the genus Tupinambis, a group of relatively large lizards known for their robust bodies, short legs, and powerful jaws. They are members of the Teiidae …

Tegu lizards, often referred to as the mononym “tegus,” are a unique reptile species with a distinct reputation. Despite their large size and somewhat intimidating looks, tegus are one of the most …

Aug 15, 2024 · Tegu lizards are large, thick-bodied lizards known for their hardiness and docile nature. Found natively in South America, they now can be found living as an invasive species …

Tegu, (genus Tupinambis), any of about seven large, carnivorous, tropical South American lizards of the family Teiidae. The background colour of most species is black.