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Definition of helmeted iguana

helmeted iguana

Plural:helmeted iguanas
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helmeted iguana Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any of several species of Central and South American lizards belonging to the genus Corytophanes, distinguished by a prominent, bony crest or casque on the back of the head that resembles a helmet.

Example

"While surveying the tropical rainforest in Costa Rica, the researchers spotted a helmeted iguana relying on its remarkable camouflage to blend into a tree trunk."

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• Nearby Words

helmand
helmcken
helmet
helmeted iguana
helmeted turtle
helmetshrike
helsinki

Word Origin & Etymology

The name reflects its distinctive physical feature; 'helmeted' refers to the bony crest or casque on its head, while 'iguana' stems from the Arawak word 'iwana', adapted into Spanish.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Helmeted iguana. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/helmeted iguana
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