Origin: Mexico Full length: 80 to 100 cm Diet: Vegetables, fruit, special food, insects Average starting cost of keeping, including equipment: ~¥200,000

Commonly known as Banasuba. Its vibrant yellow color is eye-catching.

This is a species of spiny-tailed iguana that has hardened, spine-like scales on its tail, and when attacked by predators, it escapes by thrashing its tail wildly.

Although the price is high, if you're looking for a moderately large iguana that can be held and doesn't require live food, I would personally recommend this species due to its very gentle temperament.

Although there are individual differences, they can be easily picked up without resistance, and they look bewildered. They can be placed on your shoulder, held in your arms, or even eat vegetables happily while sitting on your hand.

This is a virtually flawless iguana. Since they thrive in strong ultraviolet light and localized high temperatures, make sure you have the right lighting equipment.