Green Anole
Anolis carolinensis
Conservation Status
Least ConcernReptilia · Dactyloidae
About
Anolis carolinensis or green anole is a tree-dwelling species of anole lizard native to the southeastern United States and introduced to islands in the Pacific and Caribbean. A small to medium-sized lizard, the green anole is a trunk-crown ecomorph and can change its color to several shades from brown to green.
Fun Fact
Colonies of these rare color-phased anoles have been reported, but anoles with these color mutations rarely live for long, since the green color provides camouflage for hunting down prey, as well as hiding from predators.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Native to North America, where it is found mainly in the subtropical southeastern parts of the continent.
Diet
Preying upon smaller reptiles such as juvenile skinks, this is not thought to be typical behavior.
Lifespan
8 years
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance