Friday, April 3, 2009

Anolis carolinensis

I was in my backyard today and saw this green anole (Anolis carolinensis) bobbing his head and displaying his dewlap. It was pink in color and can be used to attract females or to defend his territory. Male anoles are usually 5-8 inches in length and have adhesive lamellae on their foot pads which helps them crawl along walls.

Kristie Burr (SC)

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