About Anolis acutus Hallowell, 1856
Body Coloration
Anolis acutus Hallowell, 1856, the species described here, has a uniform body color ranging from tan to olive. Their chinflaps are white, with a large yellowish-orange blotch located close to the body.
Male Size
On average, males of this species have a snout-vent length (SVL) of 67 mm, which equals 2.6 inches.
Female Size
Females of the species have an average SVL of around 49 mm, which equals 1.9 inches.
Distribution
This species is endemic to St. Croix island and the adjacent small islets of Buck Island, Protestant Cay, and Green Cay, all located in the United States Virgin Islands.
Habitat
It inhabits areas including dry to mesic forest, pastures with scattered trees, and residential areas.
