Desert Iguana

Pale, round-bodied lizard with a smallish head and long tail. Tail is encircled by rows of dark spots.

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Common Name

Desert Iguana

Comments

Active during the day, it feeds exclusively on plants.

Scientific Name

Dipsosaurus dorsalis

Habitat

Deserts, creosote scrub.

Size

To 17 in. (43 cm)