Caimans imported through the US pet trade since the 1950s now live in Florida, where a 10-year effort has removed 251

Summary

Pet stores began importing baby caimans in the 1950s, and the animals now live in Florida. According to Hindustan Times, a 10-year effort removed 251 of them, while scientists weigh the risk they may pose to native crocodilians competing in the Everglades wetlands.

Timeline

1. Hindustan Times

   29 Oct 2026, 06:04 UTCSource ↗

   Hindustan Times reports that pet stores imported baby caimans from the 1950s, that the animals now live in Florida, that a 10-year effort removed 251 of them, and that scientists are weighing the risk to native wildlife.