Green Iguana

A green iguana (Iguana iguana) is a large, arboreal lizard native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is a popular pet and is known for its bright green coloration, which fades to a grayish-green as it matures. 🦎

Green iguanas have a stout body with a long tail and powerful legs. They have a row of soft spines that run down their back and tail, and a prominent dewlap, a flap of skin under their chin, that is used for territorial displays. Young iguanas are a vibrant green, which serves as camouflage in the trees, but they can change to a brownish or grayish color depending on their mood or surroundings.

Green iguanas are found in the rainforests, mangroves, and coastal areas. They are almost entirely herbivores and their diet consists of a variety of leaves, flowers, and fruits. They are diurnal, spending most of their time basking in the sun to regulate their body temperature.

Green iguanas are solitary animals, but they may congregate to bask or to feed. When threatened, an iguana will puff up its body, hiss, and whip its tail to ward off predators. They are also excellent swimmers and will drop from a branch into the water to escape danger.