The rhino or rhinoceros iguana (Cyclura cornuta) is a predominantly herbivorous lizard that occurs in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and the surrounding Caribbean islands. Although its diet primarily consists of various plants and fruits, it has been spotted preying on small insects and reptiles. It is distinguished by a protrusion on its snout resembling that of a horn, providing the reason for its name although the function of the horn projection is unknown. It also has a large, stout body with a grayish brown skin coloration. The rhino iguana has a preference toward dry, rocky areas rather than amongst trees and vegetation.
The Rhino Iguana has an overall length between 20”-54” (50.8-137 cm), body width of 1.89”-5.31” (4.8-13.5 cm), body height of 2.95”-8.46” (7.5-21.5 cm), and weight between 10-20 lb (4.5-9 kg). The typical lifespan of the Rhino Iguana is between 10-20 years.
The rhino or rhinoceros iguana (Cyclura cornuta) is a predominantly herbivorous lizard that occurs in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and the surrounding Caribbean islands. Although its diet primarily consists of various plants and fruits, it has been spotted preying on small insects and reptiles. It is distinguished by a protrusion on its snout resembling that of a horn, providing the reason for its name although the function of the horn projection is unknown. It also has a large, stout body with a grayish brown skin coloration. The rhino iguana has a preference toward dry, rocky areas rather than amongst trees and vegetation.
The Rhino Iguana has an overall length between 20”-54” (50.8-137 cm), body width of 1.89”-5.31” (4.8-13.5 cm), body height of 2.95”-8.46” (7.5-21.5 cm), and weight between 10-20 lb (4.5-9 kg). The typical lifespan of the Rhino Iguana is between 10-20 years.
