Exotic Incident #1792
Incident Date:
07/17/2012
Location:
Denver, CO - USA
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Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Monitor Lizard
Animal disposition:
Summary:
A 25-pound, 6-foot Nile monitor lizard broke its nylon leash at a park and is on the loose prompting authorities to warn residents to keep children and small pets indoors until the carnivorous reptile is captured. These lizards are known to be strong and aggressive. It is legal to own a monitor lizard in CO.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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