Microlophus theresiae

Microlophus theresiae, commonly called Theresia's Pacific iguana, is a species of lizard in the family Tropiduridae.

Etymology

The specific name, theresiae, is in honor of Princess Theresa of Bavaria, who collected the type specimens.

Geographic range

M. theresiae is endemic to Peru.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of M. theresiae are desert and shrubland, at altitudes from sea level to.

Diet

M. theresiae preys upon aquatic Hemiptera.

Reproduction

M. theresiae is oviparous.