Rhinoceros Iguana

Status: Vulnerable.Range: Dominican Republic and the Caribbean.Habitat: Dry, rocky areas and open scrub.Food: Large variety of vegetation including leaves, flowers and fruits. Younger iguanas will also eat insects.Reproduction: Breeding season is in April. During this time, females dig nest cavities in the sand, laying as many as 16 eggs.Facts: The Rhinoceros Iguana gets its name from the horn-like outgrowths on the end of its nose. Because these animals live in such harsh environments, they make extensive use of underground burrows as retreats. They bask in the sun primarily in the morning and late afternoon