Hood Lava Lizard
Microlophus delanonis
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyTropiduridae (Neotropical Ground Lizards)
- GenusMicrolophus (Pacific Iguanas)
- SpeciesMicrolophus delanonis (Hood Lava Lizard)
About the Hood Lava Lizard
Microlophus delanonis, the Española lava lizard or Hood lava lizard, is endemic to the Galapagos island of Española. The species is commonly attributed to the genus Microlophus but has been attributed to the genus Tropidurus.
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Recent sightings of Hood Lava Lizard in Galápagos Islands
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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 | Galápagos Islands | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Hood Lava Lizard in Galápagos Islands?
About 30% of wildlife watchers report a Hood Lava Lizard sighting in Galápagos Islands, based on 435 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Hood Lava Lizard in Galápagos Islands?
September has the highest sighting rate for Hood Lava Lizard in Galápagos Islands in our monthly data.