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Anolis heterodermus
Discover the vibrant Anolis heterodermus, a small insectivorous lizard native to the lush rainforests of the Caribbean, known for its striking colors, agile climbing abilities, and unique territorial displays. This species plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance by controlling insect populations while facing conservation challenges due to habitat loss.
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Anolis hendersoni
Discover the vibrant Anolis hendersoni, or Henderson’s anole, a medium-sized lizard native to the lush tropical forests of the British Virgin Islands. Known for its bright green coloration, agile movement, and distinctive bright orange dewlap in males, this species plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations within its ecosystem.
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Anolis guafe
Discover the Anolis guafe, a vibrant green lizard native to the tropical forests of Central America, known for its impressive agility and dynamic behaviors. With a diet primarily consisting of insects, this species plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance while showcasing fascinating courtship displays and remarkable color-changing abilities.
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Anolis fraseri
Anolis fraseri: The Fraser’s Anole Discover the Fraser’s Anole (Anolis fraseri), a vibrant green to brown lizard native to the tropical rainforests of Jamaica and Grand Cayman, known for its striking dewlap displays and agile climbing abilities. This insectivorous species plays a vital role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and serving as prey…
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Anolis eulaemus
Discover the Anolis eulaemus, a vibrant tree-dweller known for its agile climbing abilities and striking colors, found in the tropical forests of Cuba and the Bahamas. This unique lizard plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations while showcasing remarkable adaptations, including a distinctive throat flap used in territorial displays.
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Anolis dracula
Discover the captivating Anolis dracula, or Dracula Anole, a small, vibrant lizard native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica and western Panama, known for its unique coloration, large dewlaps, and essential role in controlling insect populations within its ecosystem. This predominantly arboreal species thrives in humid, high-elevation areas and exhibits fascinating behaviors, including impressive…
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Anolis duellmani
Discover the vibrant Anolis duellmani, a small lizard native to the humid tropical forests of Hispaniola, characterized by its colorful dewlap and agile behavior. As an important insectivore, it helps maintain ecological balance while facing threats from habitat loss.
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Anolis dollfusianus
Discover the vibrant Anolis dollfusianus, a 5 to 7-inch lizard native to the humid rainforests of Dominica and Martinique. Known for its striking green coloration and territorial displays, this species plays a vital role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and serving as prey for various predators.
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Anolis darlingtoni
Discover the vibrant Anolis darlingtoni, a striking green lizard native to the tropical forests of Jamaica and Hispaniola, known for its impressive dewlap and agile climbing abilities. This species plays a vital role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations while being classified as vulnerable due to habitat loss.
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Hemidactylus tamhiniensis
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