Green iguana or also known as American iguana, is a large arboreal and herbivorous lizard that is a native to Central, South America, and the Caribbean. It is simply called as iguana. It ranges over a large geographical area, from southern Brazil and Paraguay as far north as Mexico and Caribbean islands. Also known as gallina de palo in Puerto Rico as colloquial name when United States introduced it and considered an invasive species. It has adapted significantly with regard to locomotion and osmoregulation as a result of its diet. Commonly found in captivity as a pet due to its calm disposition and bright colors.
It belongs to a genus called Iguana.