Green Anoles (Anolis carolinensis) are common in sunny woodland edges and backyard gardens. They’re native to the southeastern US. Starting around April, males fight for territories and display to potential mates. The lizards on this fence are head bobbing, flashing their pink dewlap, and laterally compressing their body to show their dominance. The dewlaps of males vary from red to pink. Many people call Green Anoles “chameleons” due to their ability to change color from green to brown. These c

Jamaican Giant Anole (Anolis garmani). ​This is a fascinating and distinctive lizard, native (endemic) to Jamaica. ​🦎 Key Characteristics of the Jamaican Giant Anole ​Size: It is the largest anole species in Jamaica. Males have a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of up to 13.1 cm (about 5.2 inches), with a total length (including the tail) of up to 30 cm (nearly 12 inches) or more. ​Color: The typical coloration is a bright emerald green. However, like many anoles, they have the ability to change colo