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Blue Anole
Scientific name: Anolis gorgonae
IUCN Status: Near Threatened
Family: DACTYLOIDAE
Group: Reptiles
Shyness: Suspicious
Safe distance: 30 m
Breeding season / Courtship: 15.04-15.06
Gestation: 21 à 23 jours
Births: 15.05-15.07
Habitat:
Moist tropical forests, canopy
Description:
The Blue Anole is a small arboreal lizard, measuring approximately 13 to 15 cm in total length. It is notable for its uniform bright blue coloration, unique among reptiles. Males have a pure white dewlap. This species is endemic to Gorgona Island, off the coast of Colombia, where it inhabits the canopy of humid tropical forests. It is diurnal and primarily insectivorous. Reproduction is oviparous, with eggs laid on vegetation surfaces. Classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN, the species is vulnerable due to its limited distribution and deforestation.
Recommended lens:
>=400 mm
Photography tips:
Use a telephoto lens to photograph the Blue Anole, especially during its movements in the canopy. Favor soft morning or evening light to capture the details of its coloration. Be patient and discreet to observe its natural behaviors.
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