Green Anoles
Paul’s favorite thing to do is walk around the garden and look for lizards. I decided to do a little research and found that our lizards are called Carolina anole (Anolis carolinensis) . They are found primarily in the southeastern US, some Carribbean islands and right here in Bedford, Texas at P & B’s Garden. It is also sometimes referred to as the American chameleon due to its color-changing abilities; however, it is not a true chameleon.
We always see the lizards extending out their neck and I found in my research that this is how they court the female.
Last summer I captured this shot on our sago palm. The lizard is molting.
According to the information I found Anoles turn dark when they are stressed out.
Paul sure loves the lizards, and I sure love Paul !
Tatyana says:
I’ve never seen a molting lizard! Such good shots! I don’t even know if we have lizards here. Probably, not. Like to watch them when in FL or Hawaii.
Thank you Bonnie!
Nell Jean says:
Wonderful pictures. I think they do that pink puffing thing when they feel stressed, too. We have many anoles. Some spend the winter in the greenhouse, part of my insect control crew.