Iguana GuideA separate species
The pink land iguana is not simply a color form of another land iguana. Galapagos Conservation Trust identifies it as a distinct species formally classified in 2009.
Tiny geographic range
The species is confined to Wolf Volcano on Isabela, making its entire wild population dependent on a very small area.
Diet and build
It shares the powerful build of Galápagos land iguanas and feeds largely on plant material including prickly pear.
Why careful identification matters
This species is a good example of why color can be informative but should never be the sole basis for deciding whether two iguanas are the same species.
Keep exploring
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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