Bahaman green anole (Anolis smaragdinus)

Short answers

Bahaman green anole: How big does the enclosure need to be?

A 1.1 pair from 60×50×80 cm (H); a harem group of 1.2–1.3 from 100×50×100 cm.

Bahaman green anole: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 25–31 °C, basking spot 35 °C, at night 19–22 °C.

Bahaman green anole: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: Essential (UVB 5.0–10.0).

Bahaman green anole: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: 5–8 years.

Bahaman green anole: Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).

Climate

Daytime temperature

25–31 °C

Night temperature

19–22 °C

Basking spot

35 °C

Humidity

55–70 %

UVB

Essential (UVB 5.0–10.0)

Enclosure

Minimum size

a 1.1 pair from 60×50×80 cm (H); a harem group of 1.2–1.3 from 100×50×100 cm

Substrate

Coco humus, planting, thin branches, a rain system

Feeding

Food

House crickets, crickets, flies

Feeding interval

daily to every other day

Key facts

Adult size

approx. 15–20 cm total length, males up to 20 cm

Life expectancy

5–8 years

Origin

The Bahamas

Protection status

Not listed under CITES

Brumation

None

Cohabitation

1.1 to 1.3. Never males together — they fight over territory and basking spot until one is injured or permanently confined to a corner. Several females get along if the enclosure is large enough and offers several basking spots plus visual screens; if they are too crowded the lower-ranking animal loses condition, often without a visible bite wound.

Notes

A close relative of the green anole, to be kept a little drier and hotter. The male has a pink dewlap. Straightforward and easy to breed.

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What you need to start

To keep Bahaman green anole (Anolis smaragdinus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (a 1.1 pair from 60×50×80 cm (H); a harem group of 1.2–1.3 from 100×50×100 cm), substrate (Coco humus, planting, thin branches, a rain system), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.