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Iguana iguana
The two species of lizard within the genus Iguana possess a dewlap, a row of spines running down their back to their tail, and a third "eye" on their head. This eye is known as the parietal eye, visible as a pale scale on the top of the head. Behind their neck are small scales which resemble spokes, known as tuberculate scales. These scales may be a variety of colors and are not always visible from close distances. They have a large round scale on their cheek known as a subtympanic shield.
Spotted on Oct 6, 2012
Submitted on Oct 12, 2012
2 Comments
Thank you Ava, docile species they are. Just baking in the sun!
Really lovely series!