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Chiapas ornate anole

A species of Anoles
Scientific name : Anolis anisolepis Genus : Anoles

Chiapas ornate anole, A species of Anoles
Scientific name: Anolis anisolepis
Genus: Anoles
Chiapas ornate anole (Anolis anisolepis) Photo By smartforest , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Chiapas ornate anole is an arboreal species, notably active during the day with a tendency to inhabit areas of high humidity. Its agility and small size enable it to swiftly traverse foliage in search of invertebrates, their primary diet. Interestingly, they communicate using body language, with dewlap extension being a significant visual signal.

General Info

Lifespan

3-8 years

Diet

The primary food of chiapas ornate anole includes arthropods, particularly insects. Crickets and spiders constitute a significant part of its diet. Occasionally, it consumes small invertebrates and plant matter.

Appearance

Chiapas ornate anole is a medium-sized lizard with a slender body and long tail. Its skin has small, rough scales and it's typically a mixture of green and brown tones for impressive camouflage. Adult males may exhibit light blue patches on their sides. Notably, chiapas ornate anole holds the ability to change its coloration according to its surrounding environment or mood. This reptile species does not showcase any significant differences in physical characteristics between genders or age groups.

Behavior

Chiapas ornate anole is known for its secretive and nocturnal nature, often hiding in leaf litter during the day. It has diverse foraging strategies, hunting invertebrates at night. This species demonstrates solitary tendencies with males typically engaging in territorial defense behaviors. Its camouflage, adapting its color to blend with the leaf litter, aids its survival in the wild.

Population

Stable
Chiapas ornate anole (Anolis anisolepis) Chiapas ornate anole (Anolis anisolepis) Photo By smartforest , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

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