Knobbed pacific iguana
A species of Lava lizards Scientific name : Microlophus occipitalis Genus : Lava lizards
Knobbed pacific iguana, A species of Lava lizards
Scientific name: Microlophus occipitalis
Genus: Lava lizards
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Description
Microlophus occipitalis, the knobbed Pacific iguana, is a species of lava lizard endemic to Ecuador and Peru.
General Info
Lifespan
7-10 years
Diet
Primarily, knobbed pacific iguana harbours an insectivorous diet, with a particular preference for ants and beetles. However, this species displays opportunistic tendencies, sometimes consuming small plant matter when insects are scarce.
Appearance
Knobbed pacific iguana is a small, lizard-like creature with a slender body covered in rough, scaly skin. Its primary coloration is grey, often specked with black, light brown, or green hues. A distinctive feature is its relatively long tail and round, flat head. Although there are no significant differences in coloration between genders, males of the species might have a slightly more pronounced head.
Behavior
Knobbed pacific iguana is a solitary reptile, spending its days basking in sunlight on rocks and cliffs in high-altitude settings. It is sedentary, marking its territory by a specific visual display involving head bobbing and pushups. Typically, it hunts small insects and foliage, adapting well to its harsh environment.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Neotropical ground lizards Genus
Lava lizards Species
Knobbed pacific iguana 
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