Iguania Collection

Sceloporus asper, spiny lizard
Illustration of a spiny lizard from Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London (1897). This illustration is on display in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London

Jacksons chameleon specimen
Jacksons chameleon (Chamaeleo jacksonii) specimen preserved in a spirit jar held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Smooth-necked iguana design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s, and it first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Chamaeleo zeylanicus, Indian chameleon
Illustration from the Thomas Hardwicke Collection; attributed to artist J. Hayes; 1819

Green iguana C016 / 6093
Green iguana (Iguana iguana). Green Iguanas are found over a large geographic area, from Mexico to southern Brazil and Paraguay, as well as on the Caribbean Islands

Spiny lizard C016 / 5864
Spiny lizard (Sceloporus asper). Illustration from Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London (1897)

Amblyrynchus cristatus
Illustration (p.411) from Charles Darwins Journal of Researches, first illustrated edition 1890

Amblyrhynchus cristatus, marine iguana design
Drawing 23 Vol 1 by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of panels in windows of first floor south front of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875

Iguana, delundung, racoon and gecko design
Four springers in entrance hall. Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1876

Pogona barbata, bearded dragon
Drawing 362 from the Watling Collection titled Jew Lizard, Bid de wang by Thomas Watling, 1792-1797

Chamaeleo jacksonii, Jacksons chameleon
Jacksons chameleon specimen in spirit jar held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London. This image is on display in the link corridor from the Life Galleries to the Darwin Centre

Calotes calotes, agamid lizard
This agamid lizard is very common in gardens of the wet zone in Sri Lanka

Ortocryptis weigmani, lizard
A young lizard. This lizard is widely distributed in the forested parts of the lowlands, Sri Lanka

From M. G. Perecca to G. A. Boulenger
A letter from M.G. Perecca to G.A. Boulenger featuring an illustration of a chameleon. 27 January 1906. DF 235/18/6/38

Calotes versicolor, agamid lizard
This agamid lizard is a common species in the lowlands of Sri Lanka, particularly in the drier parts of the island

Lophognathus gilberti, gilberts dragon
Designated holotype of Lophognathus gilberti, gilbert?s dragon. Catalogue number BMNH 1946.8.28.69 (XXIII.44ce). M. Spirit specimen. rnPort Essington [collected 1838-1849]

Agama by John Edward Gray
Note on a peculiar structure in the head of an Agama by John Edward Gray. Passage taken from Zoological Miscellany by John Edward Gray, 1831. Part two of two

Pogono barbata, bearded dragon
Drawing 361 from the Watling Collection titled Native name Ngarrang by Thomas Watling, 1792-1797

Bird, leaves and chameleon design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. The image also appears in The Gilded Canopy

Iguana delicatissima, West Indian iguana
West Indian iguana in a specimen jar held at the Natural History Museum, London

Chamaeleo calyptratus, veiled chameleon
A dried (stuffed) specimen of a veiled chameleon (Chamaeleo calyptratus) native to South West Arabia, in the vecinity of the Yemen and Saudi Arabia borderline

An adult female Brown Basilisk (Basiliscus vittatus) sits atop a rock on the floor of the rainforest. Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica

A large adult male Brown Basilisk (Basiliscus vittatus) blends into the thick rainforest foliage of Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica

Robertson dwarf chameleon (Bradypodion gutturale). Photographed at De Hoop Nature Reserve, South Africa

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Iguania, a diverse group of reptiles, encompasses fascinating creatures like the Sceloporus asper, also known as the spiny lizard. With its impressive spikes and vibrant colors, this lizard is a true marvel of nature. Another member of the Iguania family is the Chamaeleo zeylanicus, commonly known as the Indian chameleon. Its ability to change color and blend seamlessly with its surroundings never ceases to amaze. The Jacksons chameleon specimen showcases intricate patterns and unique horn-like protrusions on its head. This species truly stands out in any collection. For those who prefer a sleek design, look no further than the smooth-necked iguana. Its streamlined body and graceful movements make it an absolute delight to observe. One cannot discuss Iguania without mentioning the iconic Green iguana C016/6093. With its striking emerald green scales and majestic appearance, it captures attention wherever it goes. In contrast to their spiky counterparts, Spiny lizard C016/5864 boasts a more subtle charm with delicate markings that add elegance to its overall demeanor. Venturing into marine territory brings us face-to-face with Amblyrynchus cristatus -the marine iguana design- which has adapted remarkably well to life in water while retaining some terrestrial traits. The Iguana delundung racoon and gecko design offers a playful twist on traditional iguanas by incorporating elements from other beloved animals into their appearance. Pogona barbata or bearded dragon impresses with its distinctive beard-like scales underlining their strong personality while Calotes calotes showcases stunning hues that are sure to captivate any observer's eye. Lastly, we have Chamaeleo jacksonii -Jacksons chameleon- whose vibrant colors resemble an artist's palette come alive; they are truly living works of art within the Iguania family.