Seminario Park has had several official names since the late 17th century. The locals love calling it Parque de las Iguanas or Iguana Park because of this resident. When you first step into the park, you see the cathedral, statues and flocks of pigeons. Then you notice one of these prehistoric-looking creatures staring at you from the grass or suspended in a tree. Soon they seem to be everywhere. These are green iguanas (Iguana Verde), one of five species living in Ecuador. They can measure up to five feet long and reach 13 pounds. Their nickname is the Iguanas of Guayaquil. The cold-blooded reptiles seem suspended while warming in the sun. But offer them some lettuce or bread and they will become your new best friend.
