Anolis macrinii


Anolis macrinii, also known commonly as Macrinius's anole or Macrinius' anole, is a species of lizard in the family Dactyloidae. The species is endemic to Mexico.

Etymology

The specific name, macrinii, is in honor of Emil Macrinius who was a collector of natural history specimens in Mexico.

Description

Anolis macrinii may attain a snout-to-vent length of. The dorsal scales are keeled. The ventral scales are smooth, and are two to three times the size of the dorsal scales.

Geographic range

Anolis macrinii is found in the Mexican state of Oaxaca.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Anolis macrinii is forest.

Behavior

Anolis macrinii is arboreal.

Reproduction

Anolis macrinii is oviparous.