Green Iguana
Green iguanas are large, tree-dwelling lizards native to Mexico and Central and South America.
Scientific name
Iguana iguana
Lifespan
15-20 years
Range
Mexico through South America
Diet
Green iguanas feed almost entirely on vegetation, including leaves, flowers and fruit.
Social Structure
These lizards use head bobs to communicate with one another. Young iguanas stay with their family groups for their first year of life, and adult males will protect females from predators and other threats.
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Threats in the Wild
In some parts of the world, the green iguana is harvested for its meat and eggs at an unsustainable rate. This iguana is also impacted by the international pet trade and habitat loss. Their current population trend is unknown.
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