Reptile
Chuckwalla
Rock-dwelling desert lizard that inflates to wedge itself
Family Iguanidae
Iguanidae is a taxonomic family in the order Squamata, class Reptilia. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Chuckwalla and Green Iguana. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Iguanidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chuckwalla Sauromalus ater | 900 g | 40 cm | 5 km/h | 25 yrs | North America | Least Concern |
| Green Iguana Iguana iguana | 5 kg | 1.7 m | 35 km/h | 15 yrs | North America, South America | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
