Turks and caicos rock iguana
A species of Cycluras, Also known as Turks and caicos iguana, Bahamas rock iguana Scientific name : Cyclura carinata Genus : Cycluras
Turks and caicos rock iguana, A species of Cycluras
Also known as:
Turks and caicos iguana, Bahamas rock iguana
Scientific name: Cyclura carinata
Genus: Cycluras
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Description
The Turks and Caicos rock iguana (Cyclura carinata) is a species of lizard endemic to the Turks and Caicos islands. This small iguana can reach 30Â cm (12Â in) and becomes mature at seven years and may live for twenty. A single clutch of up to nine eggs is laid each year, and these take three months to hatch. This iguana is mostly herbivorous, but supplements this by adding some animal matter to its diet.
General Info
Lifespan
25-40 years
Diet
Primarily herbivorous, turks and caicos rock iguana demonstrates a clear preference for leaves, fruits, flowers, and cacti. It also occasionally supplements its diet with small invertebrates, highlighting its opportunistic feeding behavior.
Appearance
Turks and caicos rock iguana is a substantial, ground-dwelling lizard with a flattened body and robust tail. Its coarse, spiky skin primarily exhibits various shades of gray to brown. The prominent crested scales along its back, trailing to the tip of the tail, are uniquely shaped like tiny horns. Its head showcases bead-like scales and a prominent snout. There is no significant variation in the appearance based on age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Turks and caicos rock iguana is a herbivorous reptile, typically diurnal and noted for its intricate burrow systems. Having a complex social structure, individuals communicate via behavioral displays and vocalizations. Turks and caicos rock iguana's territory is defended aggressively, especially during mating season. This species is known for their distinct survival strategy beyond burrowing, including camouflaging amidst rock outcrops within their arid natural habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Iguanids Genus
Cycluras Species
Turks and caicos rock iguana 
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