Green Iguana
Iguana iguana
Adult green iguanas are large arboreal lizards of tropical forests, mangroves, and river edges from Central and South America, with introduced populations in several warm regions. They are primarily herbivores, eating leaves, flowers, and fruit while spending long hours basking to regulate body temperature. When threatened, an adult may flee into water, lash with the tail, bite, hiss, or display its dewlap and raised body posture. One notable fact is that strong swimmers can remain submerged for extended periods while escaping danger.
- Type
- Swift
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
- Green Iguana Hatchling
- Green Iguana Juvenile
- Green Iguana