Jamaican Rock Iguana

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Goat Islands a Sanctuary for Jamaican Rock Iguanas

Sanctuary status for Goat Islands means enhanced protection for Critically Endangered Jamaican Rock Iguanas. In 1990 the Jamaican Rock Iguana (Cyclura Collei) was believed to be extinct. In 2013, following a rediscovery, the Critically Endangered iguana came under threat by a proposal to develop critical iguana habitat. In 2016 a campaign to “Save Goat Islands” successfully stopped […]

Written by on January 5, 2018

Five Conservation Success Stories to Celebrate

Revisiting conservation success stories is an important way to celebrate accomplishments even when there is more work to be done. Conservationists always have more work to do, but giving pause to remember and celebrate victories is important and rewarding. Today, we’re sharing five conservation success stories to help spread and amplify the joy of conservation. 1. […]

Written by on April 21, 2017

Critically Endangered Jamaican Rock Iguanas Catch a Break

Habitat set aside for the Critically Endangered Rock Iguana came under threat by plans for development. Thanks to incredible efforts, the region has been saved and will support the iguanas.  Once common in Jamaica, this iguana is now among the most endangered species in the world. And without the hard work of many conservationists, it […]

Written by on October 13, 2016

Goat Islands, Important Iguana Habitat SAVED

The Goat Islands, home to many threatened and endemic species including the Jamaican Rock Iguana, have been saved! Last week when I opened my email I received one of the greatest messages ever: protection for Jamaican Rock Iguana habitat on the Goat Islands had been assured! The Goat Islands are part of the Portland Bight […]

Written by on October 6, 2016