Duméril's whorltail iguana
A species of Whorltail iguanas Scientific name : Stenocercus trachycephalus Genus : Whorltail iguanas
Duméril's whorltail iguana, A species of Whorltail iguanas
Scientific name: Stenocercus trachycephalus
Genus: Whorltail iguanas
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Description General Info
Description
The duméril's whorltail iguana is an agile, robust arboreal lizard that lives high in the cloud forests of the Andes. It was originally named for father and son zoologists Andre and Auguste Dumeril, who catalogued it in 1851. It is significantly smaller than most other iguanas. 
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Appearance
Duméril's whorltail iguana is a medium-sized lizard marked by its remarkably blotched green to brown skin. It has a flattened, elongated body shape with spiny scales scattered across its back and tail. A distinguishing feature of this animal is its pronounced, spiky crest lining the back of its head. Known for its defined eyes and powerful limbs, this creature displays subtle differences in coloration and body size across gender, with males tending to be larger and more colorful.
Behavior
Duméril's whorltail iguana is noted for its solitary lifestyle, demonstrating a strong territorial instinct by guarding its livable space from rivals. While not highly mobile, this animal strategically utilizes its natural camouflage as a protective mechanism. The species's special adaptations include notable foraging and grooming behaviors that have evolved for survival in its particular habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Neotropical ground lizards Genus
Whorltail iguanas Species
Duméril's whorltail iguana 
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