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02-08-2025
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Goose, the 5-foot lizard that escaped from Webster home, spotted in Douglas
Officials say the 5-foot water monitor that escaped from a house in Webster two weeks ago has been spotted in Douglas. A photograph of the elusive reptile was taken Wednesday, July 30, by a Douglas resident who notified authorities. After reviewing the photograph, the reptile was confirmed to be Goose, the missing pet, according to Massachusetts Environmental Police. By the time authorities responded, the reptile was nowhere to be found. The search continues. Goose was reported missing by its owner July 18, a day after it apparently escaped. The reptile was not legally owned, officials said. The initial search for Goose came up empty, with officials saying it would be difficult to find. Such reptiles are known to climb trees and seek water. A water monitor is a lizard, common in Asia, smaller than the better known Komodo dragon. At one point, authorities received reports that it was spotted in Little Pond in Thompson, Connecticut, not far from Webster. The search for Goose has been a popular topic on social media. Residents have had fun crafting memes of a lizard at local restaurants and landmarks. A T-shirt was created with the words, "Goose is on the loose." More: Move over, Lacoste: Goose the reptile on the run now emblazoned on T-shirt in Webster Officials are asking the public not to approach the lizard. Sightings should be reported to: Massachusetts Environmental Police: 800-632-8075 (Press #1) Webster PD and Animal Control: (508) 943-1212 ext. 1240 Return to for more on this article originally appeared on Telegram & Gazette: Goose, the 5-foot lizard that escaped from Webster home, spotted in Douglas Solve the daily Crossword
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02-08-2025
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In custody: Webster PD says 5-foot water monitor has been captured
After two weeks on the run, the elusive water monitor Goose is in custody. About 3:45 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2, Webster police posted on social media: "Goose has been captured! More to follow." The 5-foot reptile, the pet of a Webster resident, was reported missing July 18, a day after he was last seen by his owner. The initial search came up empty, although the disappearance became the talk of the town and the subject of social media humor. There have been countless doctored photos of Goose at local restaurants and landmarks. A T-shirt with the words "Goose is on the loose" is a popular item. The Webster animal control officer has said locating Goose would be difficult, with it likely in a tree or body of water. It was unlikely to survive the winter. There was a sighting in Thompson, Connecticut, and, on Wednesday, July 30, in Douglas. A resident took a photograph of the lizard, which was confirmed to be Goose by the Massachusetts Environmental Police. The two-week search for Goose was aided by workers from Rainforest Reptile Shows, a rescue and education organization based in Beverly. In a social media post Saturday evening, the organization said Goose would be staying at its sanctuary. "Goose will now begin a new chapter at RRS Oasis, our nonprofit animal sanctuary, where he will receive expert care and a specially designed permanent habitat," Rainforest Reptile wrote. This article originally appeared on Telegram & Gazette: In custody: Webster PD says 5-foot water monitor has been captured Solve the daily Crossword
