If last year was brat summer, this year may be remembered as escaped lizard summer. “These lizards are not native to the area and tend to eat bird eggs, small birds, small lizards, and various small mammals and invertebrates. Despite its chill demeanor, this is not your average pet.”Water monitors (Varanus salvator) are large, carnivorous lizards native to South and Southeast Asia. “We originally thought it was a Monitor lizard, although after hearing from many of you, we believe it’s a Tegu. While not inherently aggressive, they can lash out if they feel threatened,” the Old Town police department wrote on a social media post.