These animals aren’t quite on the endangered species list, but if we’re not careful, they soon could be.
, these animals evolved from land iguanas about 4.5 million years ago and can be found in the Galapagos Islands. Despite the name, they spend a lot of their time on land, although they aren’t especially nimble at getting around. They’re much more skilled at operating in the water, which is where they go to feed. These herbivores can dive up to 65 feet, where they mostly consume algae. Although not typically social creatures, marine iguanas willat night in order to conserve heat.
A combination of urban development, human interference, invasive species, and climate change play a major role in these vulnerable species being on the IUNC Red List.Found in the lakes, peat swamp forests, forested rivers, and freshwater wetlands of southern Asia,are equally comfortable in water or on land. These omnivores eat a variety of food, including insects, rats, turtles, and birds. However, fish account for at least 75 percent of their diet.
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