Microlophus koepckeorum


Microlophus koepckeorum, commonly known as Frost's iguana, is a species of lava lizard in the family Tropiduridae. The species is endemic to Peru.

Etymology

The specific name, koepckeorum, is in honor of German-born Peruvian ornithologists Hans-Wilhelm Koepcke and Maria Koepcke, husband and wife.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of M. koepckeorum are dry forest and dry shrubland, at altitudes of.

Reproduction

M. koepckeorum is oviparous. An adult female may lay a clutch of 2–6 eggs.