Anolis charlesmyersi
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| Anolis charlesmyersi | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Iguania |
| Family: | Dactyloidae |
| Genus: | Anolis |
| Species: | A. charlesmyersi |
| Binomial name | |
| Anolis charlesmyersi G. Köhler, 2010 | |
| Synonyms[2] | |
Anolis charlesmyersi is a species of lizard in the family Dactyloidae. The species is native to Central America.
The specific name, charlesmyersi, is in honor of American herpetologist Charles William Myers.[3]: 52
Geographic range
A. charlesmyersi is found in Costa Rica and Panama.[2]
Habitat
Description
A. charlesmyersi is medium-sized for its genus. Adults may attain a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of about 7.5 cm (3.0 in). The tail is relatively short, 1 – 1.5 times SVL. The hind legs are very short for the genus. The dewlap is brick red, with rows of white spots.[2]