Ultimate Quiz About The Jamaican Rock Iguana

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    Which of these is a predator to Jamaican Rock Iguanas?

    • Baboon
    • Mongoose 
    • Snake
    • Rat
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The Jamaican Rock Iguana is the largest native lizard species in the South American country. As its name suggests, this reptile lives in rocks and greatly endangered. This species of lizard spots a very attractive coloration on the tail and limbs. Can you easily identify one? Try this quiz if you love lizards.

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  • 2. 
    When was it declared the rarest species in the world? - ProProfs

    When was it declared the rarest species in the world?

    • 1964

    • 1968

    • 1934

    • 1939

    Correct Answer
    A. 1968
    Explanation
    In 1968, it was declared that the species in question is the rarest in the world.

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  • 3. 
    When was the Jamaica Rock Iguana first considered an endangered species? - ProProfs

    When was the Jamaica Rock Iguana first considered an endangered species?

    • 1999

    • 1944

    • 1948

    • 1932

    Correct Answer
    A. 1948
    Explanation
    In 1948, the Jamaica Rock Iguana was first considered an endangered species. This means that at that time, it was recognized that the population of these iguanas was declining rapidly and they were at risk of extinction. This designation would have led to conservation efforts and measures being put in place to protect and preserve the species.

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  • 4. 
    What is the process of raising Iguanas domestically before releasing them to the wild called? - ProProfs

    What is the process of raising Iguanas domestically before releasing them to the wild called?

    • Conservation 

    • Headstarting 

    • Rearing 

    • Stepping 

    Correct Answer
    A. Headstarting 
    Explanation
    Headstarting is the process of raising animals, in this case, Iguanas, domestically before releasing them into the wild. This method is used to give the animals a better chance of survival by providing them with a safe and controlled environment to grow and develop. It also helps to protect them from predators and other threats that they might face in the wild. Headstarting is an important conservation strategy that aims to increase the population of endangered species and ensure their long-term survival.

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  • 5. 
    Who discovered the remnant of Iguana population in 1970? - ProProfs

    Who discovered the remnant of Iguana population in 1970?

    • Jeff Roland

    • Edward May

    • Edwin Duffus 

    • Keith Moore 

    Correct Answer
    A. Edwin Duffus 
    Explanation
    Edwin Duffus discovered the remnant of Iguana population in 1970.

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  • 6. 
    Where was the first successful breeding of this species done outside Jamaica? - ProProfs

    Where was the first successful breeding of this species done outside Jamaica?

    • Hope Zoo

    • Indianapolis Zoo

    • Saint Louis Zoo

    • San Diego Zoo

    Correct Answer
    A. Indianapolis Zoo
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Indianapolis Zoo because it was the first place outside of Jamaica where the successful breeding of this species took place.

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  • 7. 
    When was this breed rediscovered in Jamaica after being declared extinct? - ProProfs

    When was this breed rediscovered in Jamaica after being declared extinct?

    • 1990

    • 1991

    • 1995

    • 1997

    Correct Answer
    A. 1990
    Explanation
    The breed was rediscovered in Jamaica in 1990 after being declared extinct.

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  • 8. 
    How many Jamaican Rock Iguanas were hatched in Indianapolis Zoo in August 2006? - ProProfs

    How many Jamaican Rock Iguanas were hatched in Indianapolis Zoo in August 2006?

    • 22 Iguanas

    • 19 Iguanas

    • 23 Iguanas

    • 14 Iguanas 

    Correct Answer
    A. 22 Iguanas
    Explanation
    In August 2006, a total of 22 Jamaican Rock Iguanas were hatched in the Indianapolis Zoo.

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  • 9. 
    Who is the first to describe the species? - ProProfs

    Who is the first to describe the species?

    • John Gray 

    • Thomas Moore 

    • Edward Martin 

    • Clark White 

    Correct Answer
    A. John Gray 
    Explanation
    John Gray is the first to describe the species because his name is listed first among the options provided.

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  • 10. 
    What is the scientific name of this species? - ProProfs

    What is the scientific name of this species?

    • Cyclura collei

    • Cyclura iguana

    • Cyclura kadafi 

    • Cyclura irapivin

    Correct Answer
    A. Cyclura collei
    Explanation
    The scientific name of this species is Cyclura collei.

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