The word "iguana" is derived from the original Taino name for the species, iwana.
In addition to the two species in the genus Iguana, several other related genera in the same family have common names of the species including the word "iguana".
Anatomy and physiology
Iguanas can range from 5 to 6 feet (1.5 to 1.8m) including their tail. The two species of lizard within the genus Iguana possess a dewlap, a row of spines running down their backs to their tails, and a tiny "third eye" on their heads. This light-sensing organ is known as the parietal eye, visible as a pale scale on the top of the head, and cannot make out details, just brightness. Behind their necks are small scales which resemble spokes, known as tuberculate scales. These scales may be a variety of colors and are not always visible from close distances. They have a large round scale on their cheeks known as a subtympanic shield.
The RG-34 (formerly denoted as Iguana FV4) is a South AfricanMRAP. Specially designed to be mine-resistant, it has been produced in multiple variants, equipped for troop or cargo transport, command, and fire support.
Development
Development of the Iguana was initiated under contract by Industrial & Automotive South Africa (IADSA) for a Belgian firm, Sabiex; the first prototype being completed in early 2002. By June 2009, BAE Land Systems had obtained necessary rights to develop and manufacture the vehicle. The RG-34 was initially displayed with a potent weapons system for an MRAP, in the form of an overlarge turret fitted with a 90mm (3.5 in.) gun. This has since been replaced by a more ergonomic tactical remote turret (TRT) boasting a 25mm M242 autocannon and a co-axial 7.62mm machine gun.
Design
RG-34's cross-country performance is attributed to its unique suspension, a multi-link hydro-pneumatic structure mounted on a very rigid chassis. This affords optimal performance on road surfaces, a superior turning radius, and clearance over rugged terrain. When deployed in the reconnaissance role long-range fuel tanks give the vehicle an extended operating range of 1,000 kilometres.
A task force would be established to curb a surge in green iguanas in southern Taiwan, with a bounty for the lizards to be raised to NT$500 to NT$800 (US$15.37 to US$24.59) each, Minister of Agriculture Chen Junne-jih (陳駿季) said yesterday.
... to begin their life on the rocky shores.Marine iguanas’ behaviourMarine iguanas are highly social animals and are often seen in large groups, basking in the sun to regulate their body temperature.
A pet iguana that was missing for four months is back in its Middletownhome, but still surly ... The iguana captured headlines across the state over the summer after posts on social media encouraged people to keep an eye out.
This underscores the importance of a healthy iguana population for other Caribbean species and ecosystems ... This is also true for the island of Sint Eustatius, where the Lesser Antillean iguana (Iguana delicatissima) is found ... Hotel Iguana.
One friend had an iguana who lived in their yard ...Kate sat down with Kelly Clarkson on her talk show and shared a funny story about her iguana Willy (the name becomes even funnier after she shares a fact early on in the story).
One Florida homeowner can breathe a sigh of relief after an iguana was successfully removed from their fireplace ... “Uncertain what to do, they contacted Humane IguanaControl to help have it removed ... Humane Iguana Control.