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Green Iguana

Iguana iguana

Description:

A herbivore, it has adapted significantly with regard to locomotion and osmoregulation as a result of its diet. It grows to 1.5 metres (4.9 ft) in length from head to tail, although a few specimens have grown more than 2 metres (6.6 ft) with bodyweights upward of 20 pounds (9.1 kg). Commonly found in captivity as a pet due to its calm disposition and bright colors, it can be demanding to care for properly. Space requirements and the need for special lighting and heat can prove challenging to an amateur hobbyist.

Notes:

These guys are in a reptile park. Beautiful color display. But I cant help but feel sorry for them.


1 species ID suggestions

Green Iguana
Iguana iguana Green Iguana

2 Comments

alicelongmartin
alicelongmartin 9 months ago

They do like basking in the sun though!

Smith'sZoo
Smith'sZoo 9 months ago

Many Thanks Lisa, that is the one!

Maruleng Local Municipality, Limpopo, South Africa

Lat: -24.35, Long: 30.95

Spotted on Nov 1, 2011
Submitted on Aug 7, 2012

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