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Carolina anole

Anolis carolinensis

Photo by KristieMoore
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Field Notes

Description:

Common lizards in my area that change from brown to green. Caught during mating.

Habitat:

Arboreal

Notes:

The Carolina anole (Anolis carolinensis) is an arboreal lizard found primarily in the southeastern United States and some Caribbean islands. Other common names include the green anole, American anole and red-throated anole. It is sometimes referred to as the American chameleon due to its color-changing abilities; however, many lizards are capable of this, and anoles are not true chameleons.

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PublishedAugust 9, 2011

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