We kid you not.

Now, if you are a regular follower of Bizarre Florida, you know that iguanas frequently show up in posts here, and not usually in a flattering way.  They may look cool, but they have an evil reputation -- for being vicious, destructive to foliage, and for breeding prolifically.

Figuring that many people would prefer not to have iguanas in their yards, a Boca Raton man has come up with a unique new product called Iguana-Rid, "the spray that keeps the iguanas away."  According to Mark Streisfeld, Iguana-Rid is basically a brew of nasty substances -- including garlic and red pepper extracts -- that are believed to repel the unwated reptiles. ""It works as a form of harassment. To get the iguanas to leave, you have to make them uncomfortable," Streisfield said.

Scott Hardin, an exotic species specialist with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, isn't so sure. "All I can say is when it comes to iguanas, it will take continuous management," he said. "You can't do one application and walk away."

Other removal alternatives -- trap the animals yourself or call a licensed professional trapper.  But, said Hardin, remember that it's illegal to release the pesky reptiles anywhere but on your own property.