Green Anole
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== Introduction == | == Introduction == | ||
| - | Green Anoles, Anolis Carolinensis, are small lizards from the Southern United States | + | Green Anoles, Anolis Carolinensis, are small lizards from the Southern United States. Like chameleon’s, anoles have the ability to change colors to match their surroundings, between the colors of green and brown. A happy anole will be a green color, while a stressed one will turn brown. Unlike a lot of lizards, anoles are not nocturnal. |
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| + | == Difficulty == | ||
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| + | == Basic Info == | ||
| + | === Size === | ||
| + | Only 5-7 inches in length. | ||
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| + | === Lifespan === | ||
| + | They generally live between 4-10 years in captivity when correctly cared for. | ||
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| + | === Handling === | ||
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== Housing == | == Housing == | ||
At least a 10 gallon aquarium should be used when housing one of the lizards. Add another 10 gallons for each additional one. They may seem small, but anoles are curious and active creatures, requiring more space. Do not house males together. Instead house a small group of females, or 1 male to 3 female ratios. It is best to house these animals is groups, as they live a better life when having interaction with other anoles. Vines and leaves are best to have in the tank, providing a climbing area. Small hides can be used as well in the bottom. Make sure provide an area for water, and a food dish if you plan on feeding worms. | At least a 10 gallon aquarium should be used when housing one of the lizards. Add another 10 gallons for each additional one. They may seem small, but anoles are curious and active creatures, requiring more space. Do not house males together. Instead house a small group of females, or 1 male to 3 female ratios. It is best to house these animals is groups, as they live a better life when having interaction with other anoles. Vines and leaves are best to have in the tank, providing a climbing area. Small hides can be used as well in the bottom. Make sure provide an area for water, and a food dish if you plan on feeding worms. | ||
| - | == Substrate == | + | === Substrate === |
Loose substrate, ones that hold humidity, should be used. Potting soil, repti-bark, and other natural substrates are great choices. Remember to make the substrate deep, as anoles will often dig down into it. Be careful when adding plants to the terrarium, as not all are safe. Some plants are toxic and can harm the lizard. | Loose substrate, ones that hold humidity, should be used. Potting soil, repti-bark, and other natural substrates are great choices. Remember to make the substrate deep, as anoles will often dig down into it. Be careful when adding plants to the terrarium, as not all are safe. Some plants are toxic and can harm the lizard. | ||
| - | == | + | === Temperature === |
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The temperature in the basking area should be 88 to 95 F. This gives an air temperature between 80 and 85 F, and the ground has the coolest area of 75 to 80 F. Using a UV strip on top of the enclosure is a lot easier, and cheaper than using multiple UV spots. Remember to replace these bulbs in about 6 months! | The temperature in the basking area should be 88 to 95 F. This gives an air temperature between 80 and 85 F, and the ground has the coolest area of 75 to 80 F. Using a UV strip on top of the enclosure is a lot easier, and cheaper than using multiple UV spots. Remember to replace these bulbs in about 6 months! | ||
Do not use heat mats or heat rocks with anoles. They need the different levels of temperature. Make sure that if the temperature drops at night you had an infrared heat bulb. | Do not use heat mats or heat rocks with anoles. They need the different levels of temperature. Make sure that if the temperature drops at night you had an infrared heat bulb. | ||
| - | == Humidity == | + | === Humidity === |
A humid area is required for green anoles. Aim for around 75%, as that way the small changes will not hurt the lizard. One option for adding humidity is by misting multiple times a day. This isn’t the best solution, but a good one for people that do not want live plants. Certain live plants can increase humidity as well. Make sure you find ones that are safe for the terrarium before adding them. One of the easier, but pricier way to create humidity is by getting a water bowl. This should be placed under a heat source, and a air pump should be used. | A humid area is required for green anoles. Aim for around 75%, as that way the small changes will not hurt the lizard. One option for adding humidity is by misting multiple times a day. This isn’t the best solution, but a good one for people that do not want live plants. Certain live plants can increase humidity as well. Make sure you find ones that are safe for the terrarium before adding them. One of the easier, but pricier way to create humidity is by getting a water bowl. This should be placed under a heat source, and a air pump should be used. | ||
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| + | === Lighting === | ||
| + | A light emitting UVA and AUB rays is ideal, with at least 2 basking sites in the enclosure. This allows for the anole to travel around the tank and still have the option to bask in different areas. Make sure to place the lights at least 8” away from the highest basking spot. | ||
== Feeding == | == Feeding == | ||
| + | === Diet === | ||
Crickets, mealworms, small locusts, and fruit flies are options for feeding a green anole. Make sure you switch up the diet as it gives a more balanced diet. Fruits are also an option. They will eat the juices, not the fruit part though. | Crickets, mealworms, small locusts, and fruit flies are options for feeding a green anole. Make sure you switch up the diet as it gives a more balanced diet. Fruits are also an option. They will eat the juices, not the fruit part though. | ||
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| + | === Supplements === | ||
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| + | === Hydration === | ||
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| + | == Advanced == | ||
| + | === Sexing === | ||
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| + | == Conclusion == | ||
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| + | == References == | ||
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| + | == Author == | ||
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| + | [http://www.thereptilefile.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2 c1rc4]. | ||
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