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Turks and Caicos iguana |
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Native to the Turks and Caicos Islands (southeast of the Bahamas), this is the smallest species of Rock Iguana, with body lengths averaging from 7 – 8 inches (185 – 220 mm). The introduction of cats and dogs has drastically reduced their numbers and currently this iguana occupies less than 5% of its historical range. Current conservation measures focus on predator removal, education and translocation to islands where mammals are absent. |
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Distribution: Turks and Caicos Islands Size: Males to 360mm SVL and 1.86kg Females to 290mm SVL and 1.14kg Status: I.U.C.N. Red List - Critically Endangered There are 56 known cays with iguana populations with a total combined land area of 28km2. Some populations are still dense (densities can exceed 30 adults per ha.), other definitely declining, and several recently extirpated. Legal Status: U.S. Endangered Species Act - Threatened C.I.T.E.S. - Appendix I Priority Activities: Control or eradication of non-native mammals and livestock on all islands supporting iguanas that are uninhabited by humans. Genetic studies and long-term monitoring of different populations are needed. Number Remaining: Estimated at 50,000 (no known captives) |
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