Iguana GuideIdentification
Smithsonian describes males as bright green with broad blue or light-green bands, while females are generally solid green with occasional pale markings.
Island range
The species is restricted to Fiji. Its island distribution makes habitat condition and introduced predators especially important conservation factors.
Arboreal life
Long tails and climbing adaptations fit a life spent substantially in vegetation. The species offers a useful Pacific contrast to Caribbean rock iguanas.
Taxonomy can change
Smithsonian notes that Fiji banded and Lau banded iguanas were separated taxonomically after additional analysis. That is why species pages use current scientific sources rather than relying on old pet-trade labels.
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Sources & further reading
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