The green
iguana’s extensive range
comprises the rain forests
of northern Mexico, Central
America, the Caribbean
Islands, and southern
Brazil. They spend most of
their lives in the canopy,
descending only infrequently
to mate, lay eggs, or change
trees.
Primarily herbivores, iguanas are active during the day, feeding on leaves, flowers, and fruit. They generally live near water and are excellent swimmers. If threatened, they will leap from a branch, often from great heights, and escape with a splash to the water below. They are also tough enough to land on solid ground from as high as 40 feet (12 meters) and survive. This information was taken from http://animals.nationalgeographic.com
