A Cape Coral neighborhood is concerned after dead iguanas were discovered scattered around a property previously infested with the invasive reptiles. Residents say the situation is worsening, despite recent efforts by the homeowner to seal off parts of the home.
Resident Wendy Campbell, who lives next door to the affected house on Wellington Court, expressed concern over the condition of the property.
Last week, Gulf Coast News reported the home was infested with iguanas, with the reptiles living on the roof and inside the residence.
Mayor John Gunter reached out to neighbors, saying he had asked the city manager and attorney to look at potential city regulations related to iguana control.
Since then, makeshift repairs have been made by the homeowner, including boarded-up screens and roof openings.
Additional complaints have surfaced regarding black mold, a stagnant algae-filled pool, and iguana droppings that could pose a health hazard. Residents warn that the waste may carry salmonella and believe the home is now a broader environmental risk.
City officials confirmed they contacted the homeowner on Friday, May 16 — one day after the initial news report — and requested immediate action to address the stagnant pool. A compliance deadline of May 30 has been set.
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