A male marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) overlooking his territory from a high vantage point. If another male shows up he will defend the area.

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Size: 4653px × 3102px
Location: Santa Cruz Island, Ecuador
Photo credit: © Anton Sorokin / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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