Learn About
Lizards
The information here is mainly focused on our
local Iguana's of the three islands.
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Cyclura nubila, also known as the Cuban Rock Iguana or Cuban Iguana
is an endangered species of lizard of the genus Cyclura. It is the largest of the West Indian rock
iguanas, one of the most globally endangered groups of lizards in the world. This species is one of
the largest native land vertebrates in the Caribbean and contains one subspecies found on the
"Sister Islands": Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. Primarily herbivorous, the Cuban Iguana is
distributed throughout the rocky southern coastal areas of mainland Cuba and its surrounding islets
with a feral population thriving on Isla Magueyes, Puerto Rico. Unlike most iguanids, females guard
their nest sites and often nest in proximity to Cuban Crocodiles. It makes its home within or in
close proximity to prickly-pear cacti. Although the wild population is in decline due to predation
by feral animals and habitat loss because of human agricultural development, recovery is ongoing by
means of in-situ and ex-situ captive-breeding and headstarting conservation programs. |
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Rock iguanas of the West Indies are considered to be the most endangered
group of lizards in the world. They are a flagship species in the Caribbean and on most islands are
the largest native land animals. Unfortunately, human encroachment and introduced animals have
brought this species to the brink of extinction. Cyclura: Natural History, Husbandry, and
Conservation of the West Indian Iguanas is the first book to combine the natural history and
captive husbandry of these remarkable reptiles, while at the same time outlining the problems
researchers and conservationists are battling to save these beautiful, iconic animals of the
Caribbean islands.
Authors Jeffrey Lemm and Allison Alberts have been studying West Indian iguanas for nearly 20
years in the wild and in captivity; their experiences with wild iguanas and their exquisite photos
of these charismatic lizards in the wild make this book a must-have for reptile researchers,
academics and enthusiasts, as well as anyone interested in nature and conservation.
- Includes chapters with contributions by leading experts on rock iguana taxonomy, nutrition,
and diseases
- Features color photos of all taxa, including habitat and captive shots
- Provides easily understandable and usable information gleaned from experience and hands-on
reptile research
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