Galapagos Land Iguana (Conolophus subcristatus)

About Galapagos Land Lizards

The Galapagos land iguana (Conolophus subcristatus) is a large lizard reaching lengths in excess of 48in. The Galapagos land iguana is dark brown to yellow-orange in color and has large pointed scales that run along its neck and down its back. Its head is blunt in shape and it has a long tail, substantial claws, and a heavy body.

Galapagos land iguanas are natives to the Galapagos Islands. They are vegetarian, feeding primarily on the prickly pear cactus.

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