Spotted anole
A species of Anoles, Also known as Banded anole, Salmon lizard, St. Thomas anole Scientific name : Anolis stratulus Genus : Anoles
Spotted anole, A species of Anoles
Also known as:
Banded anole, Salmon lizard, St. Thomas anole
Scientific name: Anolis stratulus
Genus: Anoles
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Description
The barred anole (Ctenonotus stratulus), also known as the spotted anole or St. Thomas anole, is a species of anole found in Puerto Rico, the British Virgin Islands, and the United States Virgin Islands. The species of lizards had its scientific name changed recently from Anolis stratulus to Ctenonotus stratulus according to Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS). The species belong to the family Polychrotidae of reptiles.
General Info
Lifespan
3-8 years
Diet
Spotted anole is predominantly insectivorous, feeding chiefly on small arthropods. Its diet varies depending on availability, but it consistently favors beetles and ants due to their abundance and convenient size.
Appearance
Spotted anole is a small lizard with a slender body and smooth, scaly skin. The primary coloration ranges from olive to brown, often with faint side stripes. Males usually have a dewlap, a skin fold under the jaw, which is absent in females. This lizard lacks any striking features like wings or horns. There are no notable differences either due to age or subspecies.
Behavior
Spotted anole notably leads a solitary lifestyle, predominantly active in the twilight hours. It demonstrates characteristic territorial behaviors, vigorously defending its space by puffing up its body and displaying throat flaps. Its notable vertical climbing and leaping skills are adapted for its arboreal habitat, enabling it to efficiently hunt insects and evade predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Anoles Genus
Anoles Species
Spotted anole 
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