Kingdom Animalia Order Squamata Family Polychrotidae Scientific name Anolis garmani Rank Species | Phylum Chordata Suborder Iguania Genus Anolis Higher classification Anoles | |
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Similar Anoles, Reptile, Anolis grahami, Knight Anole, Large‑headed anole | ||
The Jamaican giant anole (Anolis garmani), also known as the Jamaican crested anole, is a species of lizard endemic to the West Indies.
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Etymology
The specific name, garmani, is in honor of American herpetologist Samuel Garman.
Geographic range
A. garmani is native to Jamaica and surrounding islands. It has also been introduced into Florida.
Description
A. garmani grows to an adult size of 25.4–35.6 cm (10.0–14.0 in) in total length (including tail), with a few individuals growing to a total length of 47.5 cm (18.7 in).
References
Jamaican giant anole Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA