Marine Iguana courtesy of http://www.travelblog.org/Photos/1524670.html
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Nathan
I am a digital nomad who enjoys travelling around the globe while inspiring others to leave their comfort zone and improve their life. I have a passion for self-development and of course everything related to our natural ecosystems.
You know several years ago I said, “I consider the day to be a total loss, unless I learned something new.”
I did not know Marine Iguanas could shrink. Unbelieveable. Now I wonder if this applies to land living iguanas also, or, other creatures?
Hi Lee!
Well, I am glad that you were able to learn something new today. I think constantly learning helps contribute to a happy life.
As far as I can tell, only the Marine Iguanas have this unique adaptation in response to famine. It might just be that similar studies have yet to be conducted in other animals. I know the Galapagos is a very harsh environment and the animals that survive there have adapted some unique characteristics. I was unable to track down any research that has been completed on the Galapagos Land Iguana to see if it has similar traits as the Marine Iguana.
Basically, I have yet to hear of any other animals having this ability but I can’t 100% say that other animals haven’t adapted this unique characteristic. If I ever come across something, I will be sure to post it.
Thanks for stopping by and sparking an intriguing debate in my head!