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Crested Anole
Anolis cristatellus
Across the regions where it's common, the Crested Anole peaks from February to January.
Shows up in 1 ecoregion and 1 state
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Lizards
Crested Anole
Anolis cristatellus
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Description
Anolis cristatellus is a small species of anole, belonging to the Dactyloidae family of reptiles. Measurements in 2015 found the animals to have a snout-vent length (SVL) which can reach to 75 mm (3.0 in) in males, and up to 73 mm (2.9 in) in females, although most females are much smaller.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
The introduced population in Costa Rica appears to prefer urban habitats, being mostly found on tree trunks or buildings in towns or cities, and rarely in more rural areas or in forests, and population on Dominica appears to have similar preferences. In some parks, such as Los Tres Picachos State Forest, it may be less common than species such as A. cuvieri, A. evermanni, A. gundlachi and A. stratulus.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
Males of many species may aggressively defend territories when mating, but only rarely does this result in physical combat. In order to attract a mate, male anoles will approach females and perform a series of displays.Wikipedia ↗Animal Diversity Web ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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Florida introducedAbout the Crested Anole
When is the Crested Anole most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Crested Anole peaks from February to January.
Where does the Crested Anole live?
It has enough records to show in 1 ecoregions and 1 states, including Florida.