Bearded dragon found in South Florida parking lot
Description
Found a bearded dragon this afternoon around 3:15 PM in the parking lot behind the Publix at US-1 and SW 57th Ave in Coconut Grove, South Florida. It’s about 12 inches from snout to tail, olive-green with a bright orange beard and a couple of dark bands along the back. There’s a small crescent-shaped scar on the tail tip, and its scales look glossy but a little dusty from wandering. It seemed calm, not distressed, and it followed my pace a bit before settling on the curb. If anyone recognizes this reptile or has a clue who might own it, drop me a message here and I’ll help reunite it with its owner.
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