Dominican anole
A species of Anoles Scientific name : Anolis oculatus Genus : Anoles
Dominican anole, A species of Anoles
Scientific name: Anolis oculatus
Genus: Anoles
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Description
Anolis oculatus, the Dominican anole or eyed anole, is a species of anole lizard. It is endemic to the Caribbean island of Dominica, where it is found in most environments. It is distributed in four main population groups on the island, which were initially described as subspecies and now are recognized as ecotypes. It has a very diverse morphology between these populations, with a ground color that ranges from pale tan or yellow to deep green...
General Info
Lifespan
6-8 years
Diet
Dominican anole that are largely insectivorous, primarily consume arthropods. Their keen visual acuity aids them in spotting and capturing agile prey, with flying insects being a favoured food source.
Appearance
Dominican anole is a medium-sized lizard with a slender body covered in smooth scales. Its primary color is olive-green, but males can change to bright blue during courtship displays. Strikingly, this species has a large, conspicuous eye-ring pattern that inspired its name. Males are larger than females and have a crest on their back and tail, becoming more apparent during the breeding season.
Behavior
Dominican anole is a territorial and solitary species, showing confrontational displays for territory occupation. It is diurnal, hunting and foraging during daylight hours. Holdfast selection for females during the oviposition period is paramount, ensuring survival of offspring. Adept at thigmotaxis, dominican anole uses this tactile behavior for navigation in its complex arboreal environment.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Anoles Genus
Anoles Species
Dominican anole 
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