Dominican Anole (Anolis oculatus winstoni), male, family Dactyloidae, Dominica

Photograph by Robert Hoogveld

look at the delightful little men i found today

i thought the first one was the smallest i would ever find. i was Wrong

Delightful indeed! First looks to be Anolis sagrei, and the gecko looks to be Gehyra mutilata by my guess, though hard to say on either from these pictures.

Humble Anole

A knight anole, or chupacocote (Anolis aquestris) in Florida, USA

by Ian Deery

Hopeful

First time really using this site in a long while. Recently havin' a lot of thoughts about my old sona and I'd figure I'd update the design of his dragon form! He's usually not anthropomorphic like this, but I've been having some thoughts about that, too!

Revealing anole diversity in the highlands of the Northern Andes: New and resurrected species of the Anolis heterodermus species group

Rafael A. Moreno-Arias, Miguel A. Méndez-Galeano, Iván Beltrán, Mario Vargas-Ramírez Abstract

Abstract

The Anolis heterodermus group comprises eight big-headed and short-legged lizard species from the highlands of the northernmost South American Andes. 

Recent studies revealed unknown lineages within this group that had previously been categorized as a species complex. 

By widely sampling and applying an integrative taxonomic framework, we (1) assessed the species diversity of the group using a molecular dataset (two mitochondrial and one nuclear markers) along with an inclusive morphological study (scalation, scale configuration and ornamentation, morphometrics, and dewlap and body colour patterns); and (2) we inferred the evolutionary relationships within this species group. Our analyses confirmed the formerly reported differentiation between populations of those high-altitude lizards, and we identified several unknown evolutionary lineages. 

Our results provided evidence for the existence of nine distinct, independently evolving evolutionary lineages in the heterodermus group. As a result, we described two morphologically and genetically highly distinct lineages as species new to science (A. quimbaya sp. nov. and A. tequendama sp. nov.). We redescribed A. heterodermus and erected as a valid species Anolis richteri, a previously described synonym of A. heterodermus. 

A taxonomic key for the identification of species of the Phenacosaurus clade was presented. The identification of two additional poorly-known lineages suggested that the diversity of this group of lizards is still unknown; therefore, it is necessary to establish measurements for the group´s conservation, as well as to perform fieldwork and revision of herpetological collections to identify possible hidden diversity within the group.

Read the paper here:

https://vertebrate-zoology.arphahub.com/article/94265/

Anolis Carolinensis

For any curious folk, the two new Legendary Pokemon Koraidon and Miraidon are based on a specie of lizards called the Anolis/Anole.

They can be instantly recognized by the dewlap on their necks which both new legendaries have. BTW, those little throat sacks are used to attract/court potential mates.

Anolis

Costa Rica | AOUT 2021

SHOOT WITH SONY A7 III AND 105MM MACRO

1/250 | F8| ISO 50

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Milly ref sheet Reference Sheet

Sexuality: prefers not to be labelled  Dislikes: Traitors, defence attorneys who get their clients off though they know they're dangerous, idiots, bigots, bureaucracy, ambiguity Bad habits: quick to anger, workaholic to the point it damages relationships, bottles her emotions preferring to drink her worries away, doesn't open up easily, slow to trust anyone Job: Police Detective 

Milly is a police detective who is driven, loyal, compassionate, but conflicted. She joined the police department at a young age, and her eagerness, intelligence, and dedication caught the eye of her superiors, helping her rise through the ranks. Her world was turned upside down when she faced corruption within her department. She reported a couple of corrupt officers, but the others attempted to take her life. They may have succeeded, had Raye and her group not interrupted them. As she faced the harsh reality of the corruption's depth, she struggled with her sense of duty and the risks of exposing the truth. Now, the unlikely duo works together to reveal the corrupt officers who tried to harm Milly. At first, there was distrust between the group and Milly, as they represented everything she stood against as a cop. Despite the group initially keeping their identities hidden, Milly, being a skilled detective, eventually uncovered Raye's identity. This discovery made Raye her main point of contact with the group. Milly needed leverage and learning Raye's identity allowed her to have this leverage – causing significant tension between the two. As Milly navigates the complexities of this secret alliance and balances her duty to the badge with the corruption in her department, she struggles with the idea of collaborating with criminals. Through working together, the two gradually warmed up to each other and developed respect for each other's skills. This mutual respect led to vulnerable moments shared between them, eventually evolving into a genuine, intimate friendship.

Gorgona Blue Anole (Anolis gorgonae), male, family Dactyloidae, only found on Gorgona Island, Cauca, Colombia

Little is known about this elusive (possibly rare) lizard, as it lives high in the trees of dense rainforest.

They may be threatened by introduced western basilisks, and other non-native animals.

Unlike most Anoles, the females are as colorful as the males, which have bright white dewlaps.

Photograph by Jose Vieira

Anolis carolinensis / Green Anole

Acho muito legal encontrar esses lagartos arboricolas nas florestas. Eles muitas vezes ficam paradinhos, confiando na camuflagem, permitindo que façamos fotos bem de perto. O @thiagobiotrips e o @herpetocapixaba que o diga. Eles já encontraram vários desses para eu fotografar. 😉👍 E você, já encontrou algum deles na mata? #Lagarto #lizards #lagartos #anolis #reptile #réptil #reptil #herpetocapixaba #floresta #forest #nature #fotodenatureza #fotografiadenatureza (em Reserva Biológica de Duas Bocas) https://www.instagram.com/p/CghNksXLDUa/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Green Anole - Anolis carolinensis