As Florida experienced a rare cold snap in early February 2026, residents were alarmed to see green iguanas falling from trees and lying motionless on sidewalks (pavements}, lawns, and roads. Despite the shock, these unique reptiles are not frozen or dead. They are in a natural, temporary state called torpor, a cold-induced coma that helps them conserve energy when temperatures drop below 40°F (4.4°C).

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