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Conolophus subcristatus
The Galapagos land iguana is a species of lizard in the family Iguanidae. It is one of three species of the genus Conolophus. It is endemic to the Galápagos Islands, primarily the islands of Fernandina, Isabela, Santa Cruz, North Seymour, Baltra, and South Plaza.
Isabela, Galapagos
Spotted on Nov 27, 2012
Submitted on Dec 21, 2012
10 Comments
I saw that series a few years ago Lauren, it is wonderful. There is only one species but it's possible that they have adapted this behavior in just one of the locations. The guides didn't mention it so I will do some more research - or buy the DVD!
I saw the iguana that needs volcanic ash on the BBC special "Galapagos: Islands that Changed the World". It is a wonderful series!! It is out on Blue Ray now. If there are more than 1 species of Land Iguanas, then I am not sure if it is the this one.
Haha, very true Karen!
That's a very fat iguana!
Thanks guys!
Lauren, I've not heard that before & it isn't described on Wiki, but maybe they do on one of the islands.
Great cache karen,so cute fellow :-) congrats thanks for sharing
Is this the one that has to lay it's eggs in volcanic ash and climb up a volcano to find some?
amazing!
Thanks Scott!
such a cool lizard.