Species of lizard
Anolis garridoi, also known commonly as the Escambray twig anole, is a species of lizard in the family Dactyloidae. The species is endemic to Cuba.[2]
Etymology
The specific name, garridoi, is in honor of Cuban herpetologist Orlando H. Garrido.[3]
Geographic range
A. garridoi is found in Sancti Spíritus Province, Cuba.[1][2]
Habitat
The preferred natural habitat of A. garridoi is savanna, at altitudes of 700–800 m (2,300–2,600 ft).[1]
Diet
A. garridoi preys upon insects.[1]
Reproduction
A. garridoi is oviparous.[1][2]
Taxonomy
A. garridoi belongs to the Anolis angusticeps species group.[2]
References
Further reading
- Díaz LM, Estrada AR, Moreno LV (1996). "A new species of Anolis (Sauria: Iguanidae) from the Sierra de Trinidad, Sancti Spiritus, Cuba". Caribbean Journal of Science 32 (1): 54–58. (Anolis garridoi, new species).
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