Anolis ricordii

(Duméril & Bibron, 1837)

Vernacular names
English : Haitian green anole
French : Anolis géant de Haiti

Classification
Class : Reptilia
Order : Squamata
Family : Anolidae
Notes : 4 subspecies known.

Identification
One of the biggest anole species, reaching a length of length of 16 cm for a weight of 90 g. Adults have a casqued head and a crest on back. Coloration variable, from brown to dark green with white markings on flanks and belly.

Range and habitat
The species is endemic to the island of Hispaniola and occurs both in Haiti and Dominican Republic. Lives in forests and other areas with trees.

Conservation
IUCN RED LIST : NEAR THREATENED
CITES : Not listed
Status : The species has a small range but seems to remain fairly common. Possibly threatened by habitat destruction.
Ex-Situ Programs : None known

Observation

 

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