Honduran Casquehead Iguana
Laemanctus waltersi
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyCorytophanidae (Helmeted Lizards)
- GenusLaemanctus (Casquehead Iguanas)
- SpeciesLaemanctus waltersi (Honduran Casquehead Iguana)
About the Honduran Casquehead Iguana
Laemanctus waltersi, also known commonly as Walters' casquehead iguana or Walters's casquehead iguana, is a species of lizard in the family Corytophanidae. The species is endemic to Honduras. The specific name, waltersi, is in honor of taxidermist Leon L. Walters, who collected the holotype with Karl Schmidt.
L. waltersi is found in northwestern Honduras. L. waltersi is oviparous. McCoy CJ (1968). "A Review of the Genus Laemanctus (Reptilia: Iguanidae)". Copeia 1968 (4): 665–678. (Laemanctus longipes waltersi, new taxonomic status).
McCranie JR (2015). "A checklist of the amphibians and reptiles of Honduras, with additions, comments on taxonomy, some recent taxonomic decisions, and areas of further studies needed". Zootaxa 3931 (3): 352–386. (Laemanctus waltersi, new taxonomic status).
McCranie JR (2018). "The Lizards, Crocodiles, and Turtles of Honduras. Systematics, Distribution, and Conservation". Bulletin of the Museum of Comparative Zoology 15 (1): 1–129. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Honduran Casquehead Iguana in Cerro Azul Meámbar National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cerro Azul Meámbar National Park | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Honduran Casquehead Iguana in Cerro Azul Meámbar National Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Honduran Casquehead Iguana sighting in Cerro Azul Meámbar National Park, based on 6 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Honduran Casquehead Iguana in Cerro Azul Meámbar National Park?
June has the highest sighting rate for Honduran Casquehead Iguana in Cerro Azul Meámbar National Park in our monthly data.