Graham's anole
A species of Anoles, Also known as Turquoise anole Scientific name : Anolis grahami Genus : Anoles
Graham's anole, A species of Anoles
Also known as:
Turquoise anole
Scientific name: Anolis grahami
Genus: Anoles
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Description
Anolis grahami, commonly called Graham's anole, the Jamaican anole or the turquoise anole, is a species of Anolis lizard originally endemic to the island of Jamaica, although it has since been introduced to Bermuda. It is one of seven anole species found on Jamaica.
General Info
Lifespan
4-8 years
Diet
Graham's anole is primarily insectivorous, feeding majorly on small arthropod prey like spiders and beetles. It displays a sit-and-wait strategy to secure food, relying heavily on visual cues.
Appearance
The graham's anole is a medium-sized lizard with a slender body. Its skin showcases a mix of brown and green shades, offering great camouflage in its natural environment. Males often boast a colorful red-orange dewlap, used in territorial and mating displays, setting them apart from the darker throated females. They also display crests along their bodies, more prominent on the tail, adding to their distinct look.
Behavior
Graham's anole is primarily arboreal and known for its distinctive tail-coiling behavior. It displays diurnal activity patterns, forages on foliage, and hunts ground-dwelling arthropods. It is solitary, often engaging in territorial defense through physical combat. This species does not display significant migratory patterns.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Anoles Genus
Anoles Species
Graham's anole 
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