Care level: Intermediate
Temperament: Active and jumpy; may be able to get used to handling but often not handleable
Behavior: diurnal, arboreal, solitary (semi-social in the wild when breeding)
Minimum enclosure size: 24×24×24” (60×60×60cm)
Basking spot temp (surface): 90°F (32°C)
Cold side temp: 75-80°F (24-27°C)
Nighttime/minimum temp: 65-75°F (18-24°C)
UVB: UVI 2-4/ Ferguson zone 2-3 (e.g. Arcadia T5HO 6% at 11-16” (28-41cm) away with no mesh or 7-11” (18-28cm) over typical mesh)
Humidity: 60-70%
Diet: Insectivorous
Adult size: Up to 8.5″ (21cm)
Wild Distribution: many habitats including urban/suburban areas throughout southeastern United States (Anolis carolinensis) and Central America/Caribbean (Anolis sagrei)
(care guide written with contributions by mandi#6740)
Other Resources:
ReptiFiles Guide – Green Anole
Dubia.com Guide – Brown/Green Anole