23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Galapagos Land Iguana, Isabela Island

This species of iguana is found only in the Galapagos Islands. Despite their intimidating appearance they are primarily herbivores. Charles Darwin wrote about them in his book "Origin of Species".

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 05.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Ecuador
Camera: iPhone 16 Pro Max
Copyright: © Mark Schleisner