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Sonoran spiny-tailed iguana

A species of Spinytail iguanas
Scientific name : Ctenosaura macrolopha Genus : Spinytail iguanas

Sonoran spiny-tailed iguana, A species of Spinytail iguanas
Scientific name: Ctenosaura macrolopha
Genus: Spinytail iguanas
Sonoran spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura macrolopha) Photo By ricardopenac , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Ctenosaura macrolopha, the Sonoran spiny-tailed iguana, is a species of iguana native to Mexico.

General Info

Lifespan

15-25 years

Diet

Sonoran spiny-tailed iguana primarily exhibits herbivorous tendencies, frequently consuming different forms of vegetation like leaves, flowers, and fruits. They favor the fruits of the Pithecellobium dulce tree, which serves as a key dietary staple.

Appearance

Sonoran spiny-tailed iguana is a large iguana with a robust body and thick, bumpy scales. Its primary colors are a mix of grey and brown, with a series of darker bands along the body and tail. Sonoran spiny-tailed iguana sports a distinctive crest of spiny scales running down its back to the tip of its tail. Males are generally larger and more vividly colored than females, showcasing a mature, indigo-blue coloration during mating seasons.

Behavior

Sonoran spiny-tailed iguana is a primarily terrestrial reptile, renowned for its high-speed burrowing. It spends much of the day basking and becomes active around midday. A notable social dynamic is the competitive behavior among males, especially during the breeding season. Known as a 'sit-and-wait' predator, sonoran spiny-tailed iguana relies on ambush tactics rather than active hunting.

Population

Decreasing
Sonoran spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura macrolopha) Sonoran spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura macrolopha) Photo By ricardopenac , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
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