| Green Anoles (Anolis carolinensis) Care Sheet |
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Green anoles are semi arboreal lizards found throughout the southeast United States. They are very common lizards and are very inexpensive. Male green anoles have a colorful dewlap and display it when protecting their territory. Green anoles have the ability to change color from brown to green. They change color depending on their mood, temperature, and surroundings. Males are larger than females and adults can grow up to eight inches in total length. With proper care green anoles can live up to seven years. Green anoles also require a calcium and vitamin supplement. This supplement works with the UVB light allowing the lizard to receive the proper amounts of calcium and vitamins. This should be used every day as babies and reduced to 1-2 times a week as adults. Calcium is sold in a powder form and is sprinkled on the insects that you feed your lizard. You should apply a very light coating to the food items, being careful not to waste any excess powder. Bedding Our recommendation for bedding is bark, coconut bark or some other type of mulch. This bedding absorbs water and helps maintain a high relative humidity. Food and Water Green anoles should be fed appropriate sized crickets, mealworms, waxworms, and superworms. A mixed diet of these food items, five to seven times per week, is ideal and will ensure proper growth and health. Bookmark This Page!               
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