October 27, 2014

Spike

Marine iguana, Galapagos Islands, Galapagos photography, Isabela, Fernandina
October 27, 2014
Spike

Species: Marine Iguana | Location: Galapagos, Galapagos

A marine iguana shows off his reddish hue during mating season while we were on Classic Galapagos Photo Adventure with Natural Habitat Adventures.  These iguanas are special because they have the unique ability to forage for food and live in the water.

About The Photographer

Cropped eric rock

Eric's illustrious career began in Alaska in 1989, where he worked as a field researcher on many of the state’s diverse animal species, including river otters, waterfowl, moose and reindeer. He also served as the Head Naturalist at Kantishna Roadhouse Lodge in Denali National Park. Read Eric's bio to learn more about him!

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