# Wildlife transport incident in Tuxpan, Mexico

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/wildlife-transport-incident-in-tuxpan-mexico
> Updated: 2026-08-09T17:22:06.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Authorities in Tuxpan, Veracruz, intervened to rescue a green iguana after footage circulated on social media showing a delivery worker attempting to transport the animal in a truck's trunk. The incident, filmed near the protected Tumilco mangrove area, prompted an operation by municipal police, ecology officials, and the Tuxpan City Council.

The iguana has been placed under protection for relocation. Because the species is protected under Mexican federal law and CITES Appendix II, the municipal government has reported the matter to the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa). The delivery company involved has reportedly indicated a willingness to cooperate with the investigation.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-09: Tuxpan authorities rescue green iguana after delivery worker filmed attempting transport

Authorities in Tuxpan, Mexico, rescued a green iguana after video footage showed a delivery worker attempting to transport the protected animal in a company vehicle.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tuxpan-authorities-rescue-green-iguana-after-delivery-worker-filmed-attempting-transport

### 2026-07-23: Iguana Escapes FedEx Package at Memphis Center, Employees Panic

A live iguana shipped to Memphis escaped from its FedEx box, startling employees and customers; the animal was recovered unharmed, and the viral video sparked online debate over live‑animal shipping.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iguana-escapes-fedex-package-at-memphis-center-employees-panic

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