(Ctenosaura macrolopha)
Sonoran spiny-tailed iguanas typically have a predominantly black coloration, with some individuals exhibiting black bands along their dorsal surfaces. Many also feature black mottling on their backs. Notably, these iguanas possess tails adorned with rows of sharp, curved spines.
Habitat:Holden Reptile Conservation Center
Class:Reptiles
Conservation Status:Least concern
Size:2 to 3 feet
Weight:5.5 pounds
Median life expectancy:Around 20 years
Diet:Mainly legume fruits and other plant matter; sometimes rodents, bats, frogs, small birds, crustaceans and a variety of insects
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