As you tour the Uxmal archaeological site you’ll see these giant iguanas everywhere, hiding among the ancient ruins and sunning themselves on rocks. They’ll often let you get right up next to them, maybe even snap a photo, just before scurrying away.
Travel Snapshot: Giant Iguana at the Uxmal Archaeological Site
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