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marine iguana

 

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Noun marine iguana has 1 sense
  1. marine iguana, Amblyrhynchus cristatus - shore-dwelling seaweed-eating lizard of the Galapagos Islands
    --1 is a kind of iguanid, iguanid lizard
    --1 is a member of Amblyrhynchus, genus Amblyrhynchus

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Marine Iguana

Definition: The marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) is a species of lizard that is native to the Galapagos Islands. It is unique among modern reptiles as it is adapted to a semi-aquatic lifestyle, mainly found on rocky shores and diving into the ocean to feed on marine algae.

Noun: The marine iguana is a fascinating reptile that has evolved to live in marine environments.

Example Sentence: The marine iguana basks on the rocks near the shore to warm up its body before diving into the cold ocean waters.

Adjective: The marine iguana population on Fernandina Island has increased in recent years.

Example Sentence: Visiting tourists can observe the unique behavior of marine iguanas at Punta Espinosa.

Adverb: The marine iguanas sunbathe lazily on the rocks, occasionally turning their head to scan for predators.

Example Sentence: The marine iguanas rest motionlessly on the lava fields, fascinatingly camouflaged against the black rocks.

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