To Escape Danger, the Helmeted Iguana Runs on Two Legs Like a Human
If playing dead doesn't work in the face of danger, helmeted iguanas run away from predators on their hind legs.
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These iguanas can change their color from dark to light, helping them blend into their surroundings.
If playing dead doesn't work in the face of danger, they run away from predators on their hind legs.
Their long limbs and grasping toes make them excellent climbers.
They are found in tropical rainforests from Souther Mexico to Colombia.
Their third eyelid protects their vision.
