The Puerto Rican crested anole (anolis cristatellus) is found throughout Puerto Rico and has also been introduced to Hispaniola, Dominica and Florida. Their color ranges from brownish/red to dark black or light gray.
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There were lots of crested anoles in the vines next to the parking lot of our hotel in Levittown, Puerto Rico. |
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A reddish color stands out on this anole as it catches some direct sun. |
Males have a bright yellow/orange dewlap and both males and females have a crest along the tail. They spend most of their time perched on tree trunks.
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I caught this crested anole in El Yunque NF near the Yokahu Tower. |
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A good photo of the yellow/orange dewlap. |
I love the green eyes of the anole in your first photos and the almost transparent-looking red head of the next anole.
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