Green anole
A species of Anoles, Also known as American anole, American chameleon, Carolina anole, Anole lizard Scientific name : Anolis carolinensis Genus : Anoles
Green anole, A species of Anoles
Also known as:
American anole, American chameleon, Carolina anole, Anole lizard
Scientific name: Anolis carolinensis
Genus: Anoles
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Description
The Carolina anole (Anolis carolinensis) (US: /ÉËnoÊ.li/Â (Â listen)) is an arboreal lizard found primarily in the southeastern United States and some Caribbean islands. Other common names include the American green anole, American anole, and red-throated anole. It is also sometimes referred to as the American chameleon due to its ability to change color from several brown hues to bright green, and its somewhat similar appearance and diet preferences. Howev
General Info
Lifespan
4-8 years
Diet
Green anole's diet primarily consists of small arthropods such as spiders and insects. It employs a sit-and-wait strategy to capture these prey, while also consuming occasional plant matter.
Appearance
Green anole is a small lizard, measuring only 5-8 inches in length. Its slender, elongated body is covered with smooth, scaled skin that varies from green to brown, enabling it to blend seamlessly with vegetation. Males are distinguished by a pink or red throat fan, known as a dewlap, which can be extended for communication and courtship purposes. Green anole also has a long, thin tail which makes up over half of its total length.
Behavior
Green anole is typically solitary and exhibits robust territorial behavior, particularly males who engage in frequent displays of dominance and aggression. This species is diurnal with arboreal habits, spending most of its time in trees. Green anole undergoes behavioral thermoregulation for survival, shifting locations to regulate their body temperature. Interestingly, it has the ability to change its skin color, a key survival technique for evading predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Anoles Genus
Anoles Species
Green anole 
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