Good Morning Marco | Down Goes Iguana ft. John R. Johnson

In this wild and exciting episode of Good Morning Marco, Ryan and Jordan sit down with John R. Johnson, the founder of Down Goes Iguana, Marco Island’s very own iguana control specialist! 🦎🎯

John shares how he stumbled into iguana hunting while protecting burrowing owls near his home. Originally a nature photographer and lifelong outdoorsman, John discovered the massive impact invasive iguanas were having on Marco’s environment and took action. His journey from taking photos to founding Down Goes Iguana is filled with passion, humor, and community dedication. 🦉🌿

📘 Key Topics:

✅ How John transitioned from photographer to Marco Island’s iguana hunter

✅ The environmental risks posed by invasive iguanas

✅ Hunting techniques, equipment, and safety precautions

✅ Crazy iguana encounters — from rooftop rescues to underwater hideouts

✅ The surprising ways iguana meat and eggs are used for research, education, and even culinary adventures

✅ The true origins of Florida’s iguana invasion

✅ Thoughts on Marco Island’s emerging coyote challenges

✅ The importance of educating the community about invasive species

This episode is packed with fascinating stories, local insights, and a lot of laughs. You’ll never look at an iguana the same way again! 🦎🌴

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