Tropiduridae Collection

Lava lizard (Microlophus peruvianus) juvenile peering out of eye of dead sea lion. Paracas National Reserve, Peru. Highly commended in the Animals in their Environment Category of Wildlife

Racer snake (Pseudalsophis biserialis) feeding on lava lizard, Puerto Pajas, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Galapagos lava lizard (Microlophus albemarlensis) sitting on Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) Punta Espinosa, Fernandina Island, Galapgos

Male Santiago lava-lizard (Microlophus jacobi), among Galapagos carpetweed (Sesuvium edmonstoni), Bainbridge Islets, Galapagos, South America

San Cristobal lava lizard (Microlophus bivittatus), San Cristobal Island, Galapagos, South America

Galapagos lava lizard (Microlophus albemarlensis) sitting on the head of a Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus), Punta Espinosa, The Galapagis Islands

Galapagos lava lizard (Microlophus albemarlensis) on head of Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) Punta Espinosa, Fernandina Island, Galapagos

Espanola lava lizard (Microlophus delanonis) female with Waved albatross (Phoebastria irrorata) behind. Punta Suarez, Espanola Island, Galapagos

Santa Cruz lava lizard (Microlophus indefatigabilis), Santa Fe Island, Galapagos

Galapagos lava lizard (Microlophus albemarlensis) sitting on Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) Punta Espinosa, Fernandina Island, Galapgos

Puyango whorltail iguana (Stenocercus puyango) portrait, Macara, Loja, Ecuador

Santa Fe lava lizard (Microlophus albemarlensis) on sand by a resting Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) Santa Fe Island, Galapagos, Endangered species

Lava Lizard (Microlophus indefatigabilis) female on a rock. Santa Cruz, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Close Up Of A Lizard; Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

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"Tropiduridae: A World of Intricate Connections" In the vast expanse of the Galapagos Islands, a microcosm of life unfolds. Here, amidst the volcanic landscapes and azure waters, we find Tropiduridae - a family of lizards that have adapted to thrive in this unique ecosystem. A juvenile Lava lizard peers out from the eye socket of a deceased sea lion, reminding us of nature's delicate balance between life and death. Meanwhile, a Racer snake feasts on a lava lizard in Puerto Pajas, showcasing the relentless struggle for survival. But it is not all about competition; sometimes these lizards find companionship in unexpected places. A Galapagos lava lizard perches atop the head of a Marine iguana or sits comfortably on its back as if forming an unlikely alliance. The diversity within Tropiduridae is astounding. From Male Santiago lava-lizard camouflaged among Galapagos carpetweed to San Cristobal lava lizard found exclusively on San Cristobal Island - each species has carved its own niche within this enchanting archipelago. Even beyond the boundaries of Galapagos, Tropiduridae continues to captivate us with their interactions. An Espanola lava lizard finds solace beside Waved albatrosses while Santa Cruz lava lizards bask under Santa Fe Island's sun alongside resting Galapagos sea lions. And let us not forget other reptilian inhabitants like Puyango whorltail iguanas who share their portraits from Macara and Loja in Ecuador – distant relatives connected by evolutionary threads. Tropiduridae reminds us that every creature plays an integral role in maintaining ecological harmony. Their existence serves as a testament to nature's resilience and adaptability against all odds.