Isla Danzante facts for kids
 Isla Danzante
Location in Mexico
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| Location | Gulf of California |
| Coordinates | 25°47′11.06″N 111°15′3.85″W / 25.7864056°N 111.2510694°W |
| Highest elevation | 320 m (1,050 ft) |
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Mexico
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| State | Baja California Sur |
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| Population | Uninhabited |
Isla Danzante is a beautiful island located in the Gulf of California, right off the coast of the Baja California Peninsula in Mexico. It's a special place because no people live there, making it a true natural habitat for many creatures. This island is part of the Loreto Municipality in the Mexican state of Baja California Sur.
Exploring Isla Danzante
Amazing Reptiles of Isla Danzante
Some of the interesting reptiles you might find there are:
- Tiger Whiptail (Aspidoscelis tigris): A fast-moving lizard known for its striped pattern.
- Baja California Ratsnake (Bogertophis rosaliae): A non-venomous snake that helps control rodent populations.
- Zebra-tailed Lizard (Callisaurus draconoides): This lizard has a unique black and white striped tail that it wags to distract predators.
- Western Banded Gecko (Coleonyx variegatus): A nocturnal gecko with beautiful bands on its body.
- Red Diamond Rattlesnake (Crotalus ruber): One of the venomous snakes on the island, easily recognized by its reddish color and rattles.
- Slevin's Chuckwalla (Sauromalus slevini): A large, plant-eating lizard that can inflate its body to wedge itself into rock crevices for protection.
- Common Side-blotched Lizard (Uta stansburiana): A small, common lizard often seen basking in the sun.
These reptiles play important roles in the island's ecosystem. They help keep the balance of nature, showing how diverse and unique the wildlife on Isla Danzante truly is.
See also
In Spanish: Isla Danzante para niños
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