2 most dangerous invasive reptiles in the world

1. Tree climbing brown snake - Boiga irregularis

This brown snake species has changed the terrestrial ecosystem and undermined Guam's power supply system. Originating from Australia and Papua New Guinea, this snake is famous for its ability to blend into goods, to flights and to many countries around the world.

Tree-climbing brown snake - Boiga irregularis (Photo: jcu.edu.au)

2. Red Tai Turtle - Trachemys scripta

Red-eared turtles are a popular pet species and have therefore grown in many parts of the world and become competitors with native water turtles. This is omnivorous and has food including insects, shrimp, worms, snails, amphibians and juveniles as well as aquatic plants.

Red Ear Turtle - Trachemys scripta (Photo: carolinanature.com)

(The species on this list are chosen to illustrate the harmful effects of invasive organisms. The species that are not on the list do not mean less dangerous.)

Source: - IUCN Guidelines for the Prevention of Biodiversity Loss Caused by Invasive Alien Species.