Common Name:Green Anole
Latin name: Anolis carolinensis
Native to: Southeastern USA
Size: 4" to 20"
Life span: 4 years in captivity
General appearance: Small green lizard with pointed nose, and tail often twice as long as its body. Changes color to brown when cold or stressed. Both sexes have red throat fans (male's is bigger and brighter), l ong skinny toes with ridges on bottom for gripping.
Housing requirements:
Enclosure:Minimum 10 gallon tank for 2 anoles. Must have branches for climbing and basking. Live plants work well.
Temperature: 78° to 85° F during day. (As measured by thermometer)
Basking site 90°F
65° to 75°F at night
Heat rocks are not recommended.
Heat/Light: Incandescent spotlight for basking site. UV lighting providing UVB & UVA for calcium metabolism is necessary. 14 hours light per day.
Substrate: Bark mulch, or topsoil work well. Topsoil works best if enclosure is to be heavily planted.
Environment: 60-70% relative humidity. Should be misted twice daily.
Diet: Anoles are insectivores. They will eat crickets, mealworms, waxworms, cockroaches and other small insects. They must be supplemented with calcium and vitamin D. Anoles love strained fruits. Daily feeding is recommended.
Maintenance: Cleanliness of environment is important. All cage fixtures must be removed and cleaned frequently. Hand washing after handling anoles or cage furnishings is essential.
