An example of island gigantism, they are the largest of the five species of chuckwalla and are considered the most endangered. Once, they were introduced to other islands as a potential food source, but those populations did not survive. They are currently only found on the island of San Esteban.
Terrapene carolina carolina While young, these turtles are primarily carnivorous. As they grow older they begin to eat more plants and fruits. Vivid orange…