Iguana Found Duct-Taped to Tree in St. Peters Park, Officials Seek Information
In Dardenne Park, St. Peters, Missouri, a man walking his dog discovered an iguana that had been abandoned and duct-taped to a tree. City officials are seeking public assistance regarding this incident.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, July 31, 2026 —
ST. PETERS, MO – City officials in St. Peters, Missouri, are seeking information from the public after an iguana was discovered abandoned and duct-taped to a tree in Dardenne Park. The unusual and concerning discovery was made by a man walking his dog.
The incident occurred in Dardenne Park, a local green space in St. Peters. According to reports, the man found the reptile secured to a tree with duct tape. The condition of the iguana and specific details surrounding its abandonment were not immediately provided.
In response to the discovery, city officials have stated they are actively seeking assistance from the community. They are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any relevant information to come forward. The motive behind the abandonment and the perpetrator’s identity remain unknown.
Further details regarding the iguana’s current status or the specific actions being taken by animal control or other city departments were not immediately available. The city is appealing to residents for any clues that could help them understand how this situation came about and to identify those responsible for the animal’s mistreatment.
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