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Size: up to 58 mm SVL*, Males are much
larger than females. Males are coloured light gray to
tan to chocolate brown with some individuals having considerable
patterning all over the body. They have an erectable
dorsal crest and a bright orange throat-fan. Females
have a similar basic body colour; however there is a
stripe down the middle of the back that varies from whitish
to golden-mustard and is bordered by patterning that
varies considerably. Juveniles share common colouring
and markings with females so that males will allow them
within their territories. The very young always have
a clear stripe from the base of the head to the end of
the tail with no patterning. Although these lizards are
mostly found on the ground amongst rocks and piles of
dead leaves, they can be seen on trees and buildings
as well, however they do not venture into the higher
areas. This anole is native to Little Cayman, and although
it is currently common in Grand Cayman, no fossil records
have been found yet. It is a widespread species around
the Caribbean and there are many isolated populations
that deserve further study. Locally, they are referred
to as "bush lizards". |
