Stream anole
A species of Anoles Scientific name : Anolis oxylophus Genus : Anoles
Stream anole, A species of Anoles
Scientific name: Anolis oxylophus
Genus: Anoles
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Description
Stream anole is a remarkable species of lizard, exhibiting unique arboreal behaviors. Notably, it utilizes vegetation in its tropical forest habitat for shelter and hunting prey, demonstrating impressive agility and adaptability. Additionally, stream anole exercises a selective mating system, adding a fascinating dynamic to its social interactions. Through these behaviors, this species plays a significant role in maintaining ecological balance within its endemic ecosystems.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Stream anole primarily feed on arthropods such as insects and spiders. Their major dietary composition consists of ants, beetles and Orthoptera insects. They also supplement their diet with small amounts of fruits.
Appearance
Stream anole is a small-sized lizard, characterized by a streamlined body and smooth, scaly skin. Primarily green, it can modify its color to brown or gray. This adaptation allows for effective camouflage within its habitat. Males have larger dewlaps, the skin under their neck, which they extend during courtship displays or territorial disputes. This distinguishing feature is typically multicolored, including hues of red, orange, and yellow.
Behavior
Stream anole is typically solitary, displaying territorial behavior by aggressively asserting dominance over its surroundings. This species is primarily arboreal, making swift, adept movements in the trees where it forages for insects during the day. It has a unique behavior of displaying specialized dewlaps, distinguishing it in its natural habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Anoles Genus
Anoles Species
Stream anole 
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