Flat andes anole
A species of Anoles Scientific name : Anolis heterodermus Genus : Anoles
Flat andes anole, A species of Anoles
Scientific name: Anolis heterodermus
Genus: Anoles
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Description General Info
Description
It reaches up to 7 cm in length face-cloaca. The tail can measure up to 9.6 cm in length.It presents polychromatism, it has been observed individuals of green and brown colors that also have enlarged scales interspersed with granular scales.
General Info
Lifespan
4-6 years
Diet
The primary diet of flat andes anole consists predominantly of invertebrates. Their dietary consumption is specifically characterized by a preference for ants, spiders, small insects, and occasionally small plant particles.
Appearance
Flat andes anole is a petite-sized lizard with a slim, elongated body structure and rough, matte skin. Predominantly brown in color, its skin features unique darker brown patches symmetrically laid across its body. Although both sexes are alike in appearance, males tend to be slightly larger. Flat andes anole does not have notable features like horns or wings, but does boast a robust, tapering tail, often used for navigation and balance.
Behavior
Flat andes anole is largely solitary, preferring to occupy the leaf litter and low shrubs of its forest habitat where it exhibits excellent camouflage ability. Notably, its territorial behavior features tongue flicking and push-up displays. Predominantly insectivorous, flat andes anole employs a sit-and-wait hunting strategy, patiently waiting for prey rather than actively pursuing it.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Anoles Genus
Anoles Species
Flat andes anole 
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