Learn why iguanas change the color of their scales when they get hot or cold, explained in a simple way for young children.
Hi there! Do you know that some animals can change their colors? One of these animals is the iguana. An iguana is a kind of lizard that has scales all over its body. These scales can change color depending on if the iguana feels warm or cool.
When it's sunny and warm, an iguana's scales can become bright and colorful. This helps it soak up the sun's warmth. But when it gets cooler, the iguana's scales change to darker colors. Dark colors help the iguana stay warm because they soak up more heat.
So, the iguana changes its colors like magic to stay cozy and happy whether it is hot or cold outside!