Rose Whorltail Iguana
Stenocercus roseiventris
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyTropiduridae (Neotropical Ground Lizards)
- GenusStenocercus (Whorltail-Iguanas)
- SpeciesStenocercus roseiventris (Rose Whorltail Iguana)
6 Verified sightings at Manu National Park From 2019 to 2026
13 Verified sightings across all 3 parks From 2019 to 2026
March Best month highest sighting rate
☀️ Diurnal When it's spotted during daytime hours (6am–6pm)
About the Rose Whorltail Iguana
Stenocercus roseiventris, the rose whorltail iguana, is a species of lizard of the family Tropiduridae. It is found in Bolivia, Peru, Argentina, and Brazil. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Rose Whorltail Iguana in Manu National Park
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Global Distribution
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Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tambopata National Reserve | 🇵🇪 Peru | |
| 2 | Manu National Park | 🇵🇪 Peru | |
| 3 | Madidi National Park | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Rose Whorltail Iguana in Manu National Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Rose Whorltail Iguana sighting in Manu National Park, based on 6 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Rose Whorltail Iguana in Manu National Park?
March has the highest sighting rate for Rose Whorltail Iguana in Manu National Park in our monthly data.