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Brown Anole (color change seq)

Anolis sagrei

Photo by 1Sarah2
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27.7981, -82.7973

Field Notes

Description:

This brown anole was sitting on a citrus tree when I spotted it. This series of pictures shows it changing from almost black to a light brown.

Habitat:

Spotted in the tropical south.

Notes:

The brown anole is not native to FL and is considered highly invasive.

Reference Links:

Norops sagrei DUMÉRIL & BIBRON 1837, Brown Anole

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Comments (3)
1Sarah2
Yes, that seems to be the reason. It is the only one I found even mentioned on EOL. They do blend amazingly well. This one knew he had been spotted and was not pleased.
HemaShah
Why does it change color? Is it trying to camouflage?
HemaShah
Wow such an educational and amazing spotting . Thanks for sharing! i wish to see anoles!

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PublishedJuly 19, 2011

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