Collared Iguana
Collared iguana is a species of iguana found in Madagascar and Grand Comore Island. The species is arboreal. There are two recognized subspecies of this species.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Subphylum | Vertebrata |
Class | Reptilia |
Order | Squamata |
Suborder | Lacertilia |
Infraorder | Iguania |
Family | Opluridae |
Genus | Oplurus |
Scientific Name | Oplurus cuvieri |
Other Names | Collared iguanid lizard, Madagascan collared iguana |
Size | Around 35 cm |
Color | Grayish-brown body color with light spots; black collar |
Distribution | Madagascar, Grand Comore Island |
Habitat | Tropical forest, rainforest |
Diet | Carnivorous |
Predators | Predatory birds, snake |
Breeding Season | Rainy season |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size | 2 to 5 eggs |
Incubation Period | 61 to 71 days |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |