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San Salvador iguana |
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This small colorful iguana was once abundant on the mainland of San Salvador but populations (estimated at less than 600, primarily adults) are now largely restricted to six tiny offshore cays of the main island. Juveniles are particularly vulnerable to predation from rats and other introduced feral predators. Translocation of populations to uninhabited cays is a priority, but habitat assessments and predator control need to be undertaken first. Small, avg. body length 12 in (300 mm).
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Distribution: Bahamas Size: Males to 395mm SVL Females to 320mm SVL Status: I.U.C.N. Red List - Endangered Populations are primarily restricted to seven small cays that have a total combined area of 26ha of marginal to excellent habitat. C. r. rileyi does still inhabit mainland San Salvador, albeit in very small numbers. Legal Status: U.S. Endangered Species Act - Endangered C.I.T.E.S. - Appendix I Priority Activities: Access to cays where iguanas still occur should be limited to prevent the introduction of exotic animals. Land and sea parks could be established to incorporate the most important of these cays. Continue surveys of individual populations at least every two years. Eradicate rats on infested cays. Monitor the impact of Cactoblastis moths and rats on vegetation. Number Remaining: Estimated at 500 |
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