Observe and practice rules of security and courtesy, and enjoy your visit without disturbing others. Remember: This is a protected area.

Do you know how to behave in a natural area like Iguana Island? Solve the following questions and find out.


Where you must have the life jacket?
Under your seat
Inside the boat’s cooler
Worn all the time


Why you must not step, anchor or pull boats over the coral?
Because the coral cuts our feet, producing infections
Because we kill the coral
Because we can step on a spiny toxic animal



What should we do with the garbage?
Leave it scattered on the island
Pick it up and return it to the mainland, including garbage left by other visitors
Pick it up and deposit it somewhere on the island with other visitor’s garbage

 

Why should we maintain neutral buoyancy while diving, to avoid touching the bottom?
Because we can kill the coral when touching
Because this way we will not drown
Because neutral buoyancy help us save air


Why must we not touch animals, plants and corals?
Because we can kill the coral when touching
Because some animals suffer stress when touched
Because there are animals and plants that can produce injuries, irritations and strong allergic reactions in humans



Can we take with us corals, shells, sand or other souvenirs?
Yes
No, absolutely none
Just a few



Where must you mix gas and outboard oil?
In the gas station, depositing the empty bottle inside a garbage container
In the boat, throwing the empty bottle into the ocean
In the boat, saving the empty bottle to leave it on the island
In the boat, saving the empty bottle to deposit it into an adequate garbage container on the mainland



Where can we do repairing?
At Iguana Island: any type of repairs or maintenance
At Port Mensabé
At Iguana Island: only emergency repairs



Where can I fish around Iguana Island?
Everywhere
On the coral reefs
On rocky bottoms



Is it allowed to collect corals and fishes for aquariums at Iguana Island?
No, this is a Wild Life Refuge
Yes

No, it is prohibited by national legislation



What types of fishing techniques are allowed around Iguana Island?
Gill nets
Sport and traditional small boat fishing using fish hooks
Trolling nets
Spear fishing
Long lines



Can we take pets to Iguana Island and why?
Yes
No

 

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