The Cape Spiny-tailed Iguana is a robust lizard with a spiny tail and a predominantly grayish-brown color. It is known for its strong territorial behavior, especially during mating season.
Habitat
Found in rocky coastal areas and scrublands.
Diet
Herbivorous, feeding on leaves, fruits, and flowers.
How common
Uncommon
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