Anolis campbelli facts for kids
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The Anolis campbelli is a special kind of lizard that lives in parts of Central America. It belongs to a group of lizards called Dactyloidae. This lizard is currently an endangered species, which means there are not many of them left in the wild.
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About the Campbell's Anole
The Anolis campbelli is often called the Campbell's Anole. It is a unique lizard that scientists are working to protect. Being an endangered species means it faces serious threats, and its population is getting smaller.
Where the Campbell's Anole Lives
The Campbell's Anole is native to two main areas. You can find this lizard in Guatemala and in the very southeastern part of Mexico, specifically in the state of Chiapas. These areas are its natural home.
What Kind of Home it Likes
The Campbell's Anole prefers to live in forests. It likes places that are quite high up, usually between 1,540–1,660 m (5,050–5,450 ft) above sea level. These forests provide the perfect environment for it to find food and shelter.
How it Got its Name
The specific name for this lizard, campbelli, was chosen to honor an American scientist named Jonathan A. Campbell. He is a herpetologist, which is a person who studies reptiles and amphibians. Naming a species after someone is a way to recognize their important work.
How Campbell's Anoles Have Babies
Like many other lizards, the Campbell's Anole is oviparous. This means that the female lizard lays eggs. The baby lizards then hatch from these eggs.
See also
In Spanish: Anolis campbelli para niños
