Karen Calder , Family Cuddles (November Theme: Family)

These marine iguanas are the only sea-going reptile on the planet and can dive down more than 20 meters to feed on algae They are able to voluntarily stop their hearts for up 45 minutes to deter the sharks. But really they just are lounge lizards who cuddle up together.

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