Discover the groundbreaking research revealing how iguanas embarked on an extraordinary 8,000-kilometer journey across the Pacific Ocean millions of years ago. Learn about their incredible adaptability and the challenges they face today as critically endangered species in Fiji. Join us as we delve into this fascinating study and its implications for understanding animal dispersal and survival.

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