How deep does the Marine Iguana live?

The Marine Iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) is typically found at 0–12 m.

How big does the Marine Iguana get?

The Marine Iguana grows to about 1.3 m.

Marine Iguana

Amblyrhynchus cristatus

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–12 m
Max size: 1.3 m
IUCN status: VU

The marine iguana is the only lizard that feeds in the sea, grazing algae off shallow reefs and intertidal rock around the Galapagos before hauling out to bask. Reaching well over a metre, it dives in cold water but must return to the sun to warm up, and it sleeps on the rocks or in mangroves. It is listed as Vulnerable.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Sauria › Iguanidae › Amblyrhynchus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 344019.

FAQ

How deep does the Marine Iguana live?: The Marine Iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) is typically found at 0–12 m.
How big does the Marine Iguana get?: The Marine Iguana grows to about 1.3 m.