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Originally Posted by GG Allin

So, zero chance he's from around here then?

I did learn recently that there are lizards, cacti too that live at Illinois Beach State Park, which is north of here.

They are nice to have around in a way (eat bugs/pests). I usually see them outside/on homes, but they often make their way into homes.

I'd let him go outside near a porch light somewhere and let him fend for himself. He'll probably hand around and eat bugs and may even make it inside a wall or something in the winter to stay warm. nature finds a way.

I've heard it said that while they may not be native where they are, I believe they also don't compete or out-compete natives, so non-native, but also not really invasive.