Iguana GuideQuick answer: Femoral pores are specialized structures along the thighs. In several iguana species, their secretions are involved in scent marking and reproductive or territorial communication.
Where they are
Femoral pores appear in rows along the underside of the thighs.
What they do
Animal Diversity Web describes chemical signaling through femoral glands or pores in rock iguanas and Lesser Antillean iguanas.
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Sex differences
Pore size and prominence can differ between mature males and females, making them one clue in sex identification.
Do not pick at them
A general anatomy page cannot determine whether an individual pore is normal or medically abnormal. Swelling, bleeding or discharge should be evaluated by a reptile veterinarian.
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Use the related guides to connect this topic with species, behavior, anatomy and habitat rather than treating it as an isolated fact.
Sources & further reading
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Health boundary: Iguana Guide explains natural history and responsible ownership. It does not diagnose illness or provide treatment instructions.