The Wonderful Smallwood’s Anole Lizard!
The Smallwood's anole (Anolis smallwoodi) is a species of lizard in the family Dactyloidae. The species is endemic to Jamaica. It is named after American herpetologist Thomas E. Smallwood.
A Smallwood is a small species of anole with males reaching a maximum snout-vent length (SVL) of just over 4 cm (1.6 in). The lizard is brown above with darker brown markings and has a pale cream or white ventral surface. The males have a large dewlap which they use in territorial displays.
This species is found in xeric habitats in western Jamaica at elevations up to 1,000 m (3,300 ft). It is arboreal and has been observed feeding on insects spiders and small lizards. Little is known about the reproduction of this species but clutches of two eggs have been found in leaf axils
Smallwood anole for sale
The Smallwood Anole for sale is a great pet for those who are looking for a reptile that is low maintenance and easy to care for. This anole is native to Cuba and the Bahamas and is one of the smaller species of anoles reaching a maximum length of only 4 inches.
They are brown or olive green in color with black spots and stripes running along their sides. Smallwood Anoles are arboreal meaning they spend most of their time in trees so a tall cage with plenty of branches is necessary. They are also diurnal meaning they are active during the day so it is best to keep them in a room that gets plenty of natural sunlight.
What is the rarest anole?
The rarest anole is the Cuban false chameleon (Anolis porcatus) which is found only in a few remote areas of western Cuba. This species was thought to be extinct until it was rediscovered in 2001. Since then only a handful of individuals have been seen by scientists. The Cuban false chameleon is brown or gray in color with a row of dark spots running down its back. It grows to about 4 inches (10 cm) long and has a long tail. This anole is very shy and secretive so it is not often seen by people.
Do anoles bite humans?
No anoles do not bite humans. They may be inclined to bite if they feel threatened but their bites are not harmful to humans. In fact, anoles are generally considered to be harmless creatures that are interesting to observe.
Are anole lizards friendly?
Anole lizards are not typically friendly towards humans however they are not aggressive either. If you approach an anole lizard it is likely to run away or climb to a higher perch. If you try to catch one it will likely bite you. Anoles are skittish lizards and do not enjoy being handled by humans.
Are anoles poisonous to dogs?
No anoles are not poisonous to dogs. In fact, they are not poisonous to any animal. Anoles are a type of lizard that is native to the southeastern United States the Caribbean and Central and South America. They are a popular pet because they are relatively easy to care for and do not require a lot of space.
Smallwood’s anole Physical Description
Smallwood's anole (Anolis smaragdinus) is a species of lizard in the family Dactyloidae. The species is endemic to the Lesser Antilles. Smallwood's anole is a small lizard with a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of 35–42 mm (1.4–1.7 in). It has a laterally compressed body and a long tail. The tail is more than twice the SVL. The back and flanks are green and there is often a dark brown line running down the middle of the back. There are usually two rows of orange spots on the flanks. The belly is white sometimes with green mottling.
Smallwood’s anole Food
One of the most common food items for Smallwood's anole is cricket. This type of anole will also consume other insects such as moths grasshoppers and beetles. The ideal diet for this type of anole should consist of 70% protein sources (crickets mealworms superworms) 20% vegetables and 10% fruits.
Smallwood's anole will also consume nectar and pollen from flowers.
Smallwood’s anole Reproduction and Development
Smallwood's anole (Anolis smallwoodi) is a species of lizard in the family Dactyloidae. The species is endemic to the Dominican Republic.
Males of the species exhibit high levels of intra-sexual aggression during the breeding season often fighting for access to females. Females typically lay two clutches of eggs per year each clutch consisting of two to six eggs. The eggs hatch after approximately 60 days and the juveniles reach sexual maturity after about one year.
