About Anolis apletophallus Köhler & Sunyer, 2008
Species Classification
Anolis apletophallus is a relatively small mainland anole species.
Body Size
Adults reach 40–45 mm in snout-to-vent length, and have dewlaps that are large compared to their overall body size.
Dewlap Polymorphism
This species shows dewlap polymorphism: some populations have entirely orange dewlaps, others have white dewlaps with an orange dot at the base, and some populations contain both of these dewlap morphs.
Dewlap Morph Genetics
No genetic differences have been detected between individuals that have different dewlap morphs.
Lifespan and Generation Time
This species has a short lifespan, with a 9-month generation time, which makes it an annual species.
Sexual Maturity Timeline
Adult individuals reach sexual maturity in approximately 4–6 months.
Geographic Distribution
Anolis apletophallus is a mainland species native to Panama, and it may also occur in Colombia.
