Anole

Anoles are lizards that live in tropical areas from the United States to South America. They have also been widely introduced to places like Hawaii

Anoles have the ability to change colors and are sometimes called "chameleons" though true chameleons only live in Africa. Anoles feed on insects and lay eggs.

Anoles are popular in the pet trade.
Slender anole in Costa Rica


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