Delicatissima Iguana
Info:
The Lesser Antillean Iguana (Iguana delicatissima) is an exceptionally rare and magnificent species native to the Lesser Antilles islands in the Caribbean. Found throughout the Caribbean arc—including Dominica, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Martinique, and Grenada—these iguanas thrive in diverse habitats ranging from mangrove forests and xeric scrubs to humid tropical woodlands.
Size and Appearance:
Adults typically reach lengths of 3 to 4 feet. Males are generally larger than females, with documented weights reaching nearly 3 kg. Their coloration changes as they mature: hatchlings emerge bright green, while adult females often retain a green or grey hue. Adult males develop a distinct slate-grey color, and both sexes gain elegant white markings on their jowls, jaws, and snouts as they age.
Temperament:
Known for their intelligence and personality, these iguanas are capable of forming strong social bonds with their caretakers and cage mates, making them truly remarkable animals to observe.