Peru Pacific Iguana
Microlophus peruvianus
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyTropiduridae (Neotropical Ground Lizards)
- GenusMicrolophus (Pacific Iguanas)
- SpeciesMicrolophus peruvianus (Peru Pacific Iguana)
75 Verified sightings at Paracas National Reserve From 2019 to 2026
75 Verified sightings across 1 park From 2019 to 2026
September Best month highest sighting rate
☀️ Diurnal When it's spotted during daytime hours (6am–6pm)
About the Peru Pacific Iguana
Microlophus peruvianus, the Peru Pacific iguana, is a species of lava lizard endemic to the Ecuador, Peru, and Chile. The species is commonly attributed to the genus Microlophus but has been attributed to the genus Tropidurus. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Peru Pacific Iguana in Paracas National Reserve
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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 | Paracas National Reserve | 🇵🇪 Peru |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Peru Pacific Iguana in Paracas National Reserve?
About 70% of wildlife watchers report a Peru Pacific Iguana sighting in Paracas National Reserve, based on 75 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Peru Pacific Iguana in Paracas National Reserve?
September has the highest sighting rate for Peru Pacific Iguana in Paracas National Reserve in our monthly data.