Species Detail
Rhinoceros Iguana
Iguanas

Rhinoceros Iguana

Cyclura cornuta

Habitat

Dry rocky forests and coastal scrublands

Range

Hispaniola (Haiti, Dominican Republic)

Adult Size

2-4.5 ft (0.6-1.4 m)

Diet

Primarily herbivorous: leaves, flowers, fruit

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Conservation status:Endangered

About this species

A heavy-bodied iguana named for the horn-like appendage on its snout. Grey to olive-green with a robust build.

Enrichment & behavioral stimulation

Rhinoceros Iguana is arboreal โ€” enrichment focuses on climbing structure, foliage, and hydration.

  • Provide sturdy branches, vines, and bamboo for climbing and perching.
  • Add live or silk foliage for cover, hiding, and jumping routes.
  • Offer food on elevated ledges or among foliage to encourage active foraging.
  • Mist regularly to support hydration and natural activity, especially for species that drink droplets.
  • Vary perch diameters to exercise grip variety.
  • Position a basking spot near a favored perch for thermoregulation.

Housing & Social Behavior

Solitary

Large, territorial lizards that require individual enclosures to prevent fighting.

Housing guidance is general and based on species-typical behavior; always verify against current husbandry references and observe individual temperament.