Anolis smaragdinus
Anolis smaragdinus, also known commonly as the Bahamian green anole, is a species of lizard in the family Dactyloidae. The species is native to the Bahamas. There are two recognized subspecies.
Taxonomy
A. smaragdinus is part of the Anolis carolinensis [anole series|A. carolinensis series] of anoles.
Geographic range
A. smaragdinus is endemic to the Bahamas.
Habitat
A. smaragdinus is found in a variety of habitats, including forest, shrubland, and introduced vegetation.
Diet
A. smaragdinus preys upon insects, spiders, and snails, and also eats plant material.
Reproduction
A. smaragdinus is oviparous.
Subspecies
Two subspecies are recognized as being valid, including the nominotypical subspecies:
Etymology
The subspecific name, lerneri, is in honor of American businessman Michael Lerner, a patron of the American Museum of Natural History.
Taxonomy
A. smaragdinus is a member of the A. carolinensis species group.