Microlophus stolzmanni


Microlophus stolzmanni, also known commonly as Stolzmann's Pacific iguana, is a species of South American lava lizard in the family Tropiduridae. The species is endemic to Peru.

Etymology

The specific name, stolzmanni, is in honor of Polish zoologist Jean Stanislas Stolzmann.

Geographic range

Microlophus stolzmanni is found in northern Peru.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of M. stolzmanni is forest, at altitudes of.

Reproduction

M. stolzmanni is oviparous. Females reach sexual maturity at a snout-to-vent length of. Clutch size is 3–4 eggs.