Lizards
Green Anole
Anolis carolinensis
Across the regions where it's common, the Green Anole peaks from February to December.
Shows up in 18 ecoregions and 14 states
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Lizards
Green Anole
Anolis carolinensis
Description
Anolis carolinensis or green anole (US: ) (among other names below) is a tree-dwelling species of anole lizard native to the southeastern United States and introduced to islands in the Pacific and Caribbean. The head is long and pointed with ridges between the eyes and nostrils, and smaller ones on the top of the head.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
They also inhabit grasslands, forests, and temperate zones. Their preferred habitat is open pine communities with a greater shrub density, it may harbor a greater abundance of anoles where they are able to watch for prey and intruders coming into their territory.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
Serious injury is rare, but males often carry numerous scars on their heads and faces, especially during the mating season. The Carolina anole is diurnal and active throughout the year, peaking in spring and fall.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
Ecoregions
States
About the Green Anole
When is the Green Anole most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Green Anole peaks from February to December.
Where does the Green Anole live?
It has enough records to show in 18 ecoregions and 14 states, including Alabama, Arkansas, California, and Florida.