Fiji Banded Iguana (Brachylophus Fasciatus) Status: Endangered By: Hollan Phillips
Predator, Prey, and Diet Predator: Mongooses and house cats feed not only on just the iguanas but also their eggs Prey: Herbivores Diet: Leaves, flowers, fruit, and occasionally insects
Factors Biotic Factors: Grass Fruit Insects Abiotic Factors: Water Limiting Factors: Space Habitat Destruction
Habitat, Niche, and Adaptions Habitat: Undisturbed Forest Niche: Forge for food, and swim Ability to adapt: Can only adapt if they have a place to swim and a good amount of rain fall
Reduction and Population Population: No one is for sure the population but in 2001 it was estimated to be less than 8,000. Reproduction: After mating, the women digs a burrow, into which she lays 3-6 eggs which hatch in 7-9 months
Fun Facts! Males are highly territorial using a predominantly visual display to intimidate intruders Very good swimmers Length up to 31.5 inches, it’s tail takes up more then two thirds of it’s length Also known as the South Pacific Banded Iguana Both the male and female have red eyes
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