Archive for category: Endangered Reptiles
Fiji burrowing snake (Ogmodon vitianus)
The Fiji burrowing snake (Ogmodon vitianus) is very distinct from the more widely known Pacific Boa, Candoia bibroni. Also known as: Fiji Burrowing Snake Local...
Onoilau skink (Leiolopisma alazon)
The Onoilau skink (Leiolopisma alazon) is a small lizard with a brownish olive colour that is spotted with light gold and dark brown scales on...
Crested iguana (Brachylophus vitiensis)
The crested iguana (Brachylophus vitiensis) is a large arboreal lizard whose SVL ranges from 83 mm (hatchlings) to 223 mm (adults). Also known as: Fiji...
Fiji Banded Iguana (Brachylophus fasciatus)
Fiji Banded Iguana (Brachylophus fasciatus) adults are 136-193 mm SVL in size, while the hatchlings range from 65-83 mm SVL. Also known as: Fiji Banded...
Rotuman forest gecko (Lepidodactylus gardineri)
The Rotuman forest gecko (Lepidodactylus gardineri) is a medium sized, moderately stocky gecko, with adults growing up to a maximum snout vent length of 53mm....
Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea)
The Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) is the largest of all turtles living today, growing up to 3m in length, and weighing up to 500kg. Also...