In this drawing lesson we’ll show you how to draw an Iguana in 6 easy steps. This step by step lesson progressively builds upon each previous step until you get to the final rendering of an iguana. Follow along with the how to draw an iguana drawing guide below by sketching the red portion of each of the six steps, super easy!

Before we begin the How To Draw an Iguana drawing lesson, here are some fun facts about iguanas you might find interesting, especially for kids.

• Iguanas are large lizards that come in many different sizes, colors, and shapes.
• These reptiles are native to the tropical areas of Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
• Iguanas are herbivores that love to eat leaves, fruits, and flowers from trees and shrubs.
• They have sharp claws and strong legs that help them climb and grip onto trees really well.
• Iguanas are fast runners on land but are also great swimmers in the water.
• Their scaly skin helps protect them from predators and they can lose their tails to escape if needed.
• Iguanas like to bask in the warm sun on rocks and logs to help regulate their body temperature.
• Different iguana species have different colored skins like green, blue, orange, black, and red.
• Male iguanas have a large flap of skin called a dewlap under their chin.
• Iguanas are unique and interesting reptiles that have adapted to thrive in tropical environments.

How To Draw an Iguana – Quick and Easy Step-by-Step Drawing Guide

Step 1: Begin by drawing the iguana’s snout and nose.

Step 2: Draw the lower jaw and first front leg.

Step 3: Now draw in more of the iguana’s tail and underbelly.

Step 4: Draw in the body detail near the head.

Step 5: Finish drawing the tail and back legs.

Step 6: Finally, draw in the eyes and body detail.

Nice work, now that you’ve completed How To Draw an Iguana, considering adding some shading or coloring to make your reptile look realistic! Use the picture below as a guide to shade or color your easy iguana drawing.

Congratulations!

You did it! Congratulations on drawing an iguana! Your first try may not have gone as perfectly as you had hoped, but I’m sure after another attempt or two you will see a big improvement. The best way to learn how to draw an iguana is with practice!

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