Iguana

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Hope Intact for Vanishing Island Iguana

The population of the Lesser Antillean Iguana has declined by over 70% since European contact, an alarming rate that puts the species closer to extinction. The Caribbean is known for idyllic beaches and lush palm trees where people can get away to relax and enjoy the sun. However, the Caribbean islands are more than just […]

Written by on May 1, 2018

Las Iguanas de Isla de Mona Anidan en Hábitat Recientemente Restaurado

Cielo Figuerola, Especialista en Restauración de Island Conservation, nos comparte muy buenas noticias para las iguanas de la Isla de Mona, Puerto Rico. Por: Cielo Figuerola La semana pasada regresamos de nuestro tercer viaje a la Isla de Mona, donde continuamos retirando Pinos Australianos invasores para aumentar y mejorar el hábitat de anidación de iguanas […]

Written by on August 8, 2017

Get to Know the REAL Wild Things

Ricord’s Iguana The Critically Endangered Ricord’s Iguana lives only on Hispaniola (Dominican Republic and Haiti). Ricord’s Iguanas dig underground burrows that they extend over time. Young Ricord’s Iguanas don’t grow very fast, so they are very vulnerable to invasive species. It may take an iguana three or more years before they are large enough to […]

Written by on October 22, 2015